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There are 5 meanings of the word
Mechanism.
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Mechanism - as a noun
The atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction
Example: "He determined unique mechanisms for the photochemical reactions"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chemical mechanismHypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical actionchemical changechemical processHyponyms (Broadly Related)
The technical aspects of doing something
Example: "A mechanism of social control"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mechanics18Hypernyms (Closely Related)
carrying into actioncarrying outexecution18performance20Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A natural object resembling a machine in structure or function
Example: "The mechanism of the ear"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
natural objectHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes
Device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
action8action mechanismactuator10automaton11
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Example Sentences
"The mechanism in the clock started ticking loudly."
"The mechanism of action of this drug is not fully understood."
"I need to understand the mechanism before I can fix it."
"The lock's mechanism jammed and wouldn't open."
"His mechanism for coping with stress is to exercise regularly."
Word Game Points
Is MECHANISM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mechanism is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MECHANISM has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is MECHANISM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mechanism is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMECHANISM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.
Is MECHANISM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mechanism is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMECHANISM has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.
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