mechanics
/məˈkænɪks/ noun B2- The branch of physics that deals with the action of forces on material objects with mass.
- The design and construction of machines.
- Spelling and punctuation.
- Operation in general; workings. · the mechanics of a board game
From the library
We come from all walks of life, including teachers, mechanics, and ordinary retail workers.
Performing in this unique open-air environment teaches contemporary actors invaluable lessons about the mechanics of early modern drama.
The later diary entries chronicled her rigorous training, detailing the complex mechanics of flight and the exhilarating sensation of altitude.
As the night progressed, their conversation flowed effortlessly from the intricacies of structural mechanics to the emotional nuances of classical composition.
Learn mechanics in real texts
With a free account, hover any word in the library for its meaning, hear it read aloud, save words for review timed to your memory, and see how much of each book you already know.