Pronunciation: /ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
noun a mechanical device or part
A1 A mechanism is a device that helps something work.
A2 The mechanism of a clock is intricate and fascinating.
B1 Understanding the mechanism behind a car engine can be complex.
B2 The voting mechanism in the parliament ensures fair representation.
C1 Scientists are still studying the mechanism of how the human brain functions.
C2 The intricate mechanism of a Swiss watch is a marvel of engineering.
formal The mechanism by which the machine operates is quite complex and requires expert knowledge.
informal I'm not exactly sure how this thing works, but the mechanism seems to involve a lot of moving parts.
slang The whole mechanism behind that new app is pretty cool, don't you think?
figurative The mechanism of trust is delicate and easily broken.
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