mechanics

[ muh-kan-iks ]

noun

1. (used with a singular verb) the branch of physics that deals with the action of forces on bodies and with motion, comprised of kinetics, statics, and kinematics.
2. (used with a singular verb) the theoretical and practical application of this science to machinery, mechanical appliances, etc.
3. (usually used with a plural verb) the technical aspect or working part; mechanism; structure.
4. (usually used with a plural verb) routine or basic methods, procedures, techniques, or details:

   the mechanics of running an office; the mechanics of baseball.

mechanics

/ mɪˈkænɪks /

noun

1. functioning as singular the branch of science, divided into statics, dynamics, and kinematics, concerned with the equilibrium or motion of bodies in a particular frame of reference See also quantum mechanics wave mechanics statistical mechanics
2. functioning as singular the science of designing, constructing, and operating machines
3. the working parts of a machine
4. the technical aspects of something

   the mechanics of poetic style

mechanics

/ mĭ-kăn′ĭks /

1. The branch of physics concerned with the relationships between matter, force, and energy, especially as they affect the motion of objects.
2. See also classical physics
3. The functional aspect of a system, such as the mechanics of blood circulation.

mechanics

1. The branch of physics that deals with the motion of material objects. The term mechanics generally refers to the motion of large objects, whereas the study of motion at the level of the atom or smaller is the domain of quantum mechanics .

Notes

The basic laws of mechanics are Newton's laws of motion .

Word History and Origins

Origin of mechanics¹

First recorded in 1640–50; mechanic, -ics

Example Sentences

In an effort to counteract this public health crisis, scientists are looking for new solutions inside the intricate mechanics of bacterial infection.

From Science Daily

The Bell theorem refers to how entangled electrons are predicted by quantum mechanics, making them non-local — often referred to as “spooky action at a distance.”

From Salon

Orbital mechanics mean it's unlikely the half-tonne military spacecraft simply drifted to its current location.

From BBC

The mechanics of the plot itself don’t quite hold up under scrutiny, which is a shame when the dialogue, performances and filmmaking craft are so tightly meshed, moving in perfect sync.

From Los Angeles Times

But because it took several years to work out the mechanics, officials said, youth voting will happen for the first time in both cities this month.

From Los Angeles Times