mechanism

noun
UK: /ˈmekənɪzəm/
US: /ˈmekənɪzəm/

  1. A system of parts that work together in a machine.

    1. The clock mechanism is very complex, with many tiny gears.
    2. The camera's focusing mechanism wasn't working, and the photos were blurred.

  2. A process or system used to achieve something.

    1. The body has a mechanism for dealing with stress and anxiety.
    2. The company put a new mechanism in place for handling customer complaints.

  3. A way of doing something that is planned or part of a system.

    1. The government uses tax policy as a mechanism for wealth distribution.
    2. There's no mechanism for resolving disputes between the two departments.

Synonyms

system apparatus process procedure device

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mechanism" in English means: A system of parts that work together in a machine., A process or system used to achieve something., A way of doing something that is planned or part of a system..

The phonetic transcription of "mechanism" is /ˈmekənɪzəm/ in British English and /ˈmekənɪzəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mechanism": system, apparatus, process, procedure, device.

Example usage of "mechanism": "The clock mechanism is very complex, with many tiny gears.". More examples on the page.