mechanisms
Aussprache: [mɪˈkænɪzəmz]
Wort
Kontext: „science“
(noun) mechanisms are the parts or processes that make something work. Like when you turn a key to start a car, the mechanisms inside the car help it to run.
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The mechanisms of the clock work together perfectly to keep time.
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The machine stopped working because its mechanisms were broken.
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What mechanisms do you think help a bicycle move forward?
Kontext: „psychology“
(noun) mechanisms can also refer to ways people behave or think in response to different situations. For example, when you're scared, you might use mechanisms like hiding or running away.
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She used coping mechanisms to handle her stress during exams.
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Ignoring problems is not a healthy mechanism for dealing with anxiety.
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What mechanisms do you think people use when they are upset?
Kontext: „engineering“
(noun) mechanisms are specific systems designed to convert motion or energy. This can include gears or levers that help machines move or function.
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The new robot has advanced mechanisms that allow it to walk smoothly.
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Without proper mechanisms, the elevator wouldn't run safely.
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What mechanisms are used in this type of engine?
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