mechanics

noun

(physics) The branch of physics that deals with the action of forces on material objects with mass

The design and construction of machines.

(writing) Spelling and punctuation.

Operation in general; workings.

Roots

mechanemechan- · Greek · machine, device

Synonyms for mechanics

mechanismn physicsn staticsn macrophysics thermodynamicsn

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