Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mechanism
noun
/ˈmɛkəˌnɪzəm/
Definition
A mechanism is a system of parts working together in a machine or a process that explains how something happens.
Examples
- The mechanism of the clock is intricate and fascinating.
- Understanding the mechanism behind the brain’s functions is a significant area of study in neuroscience.
- The car’s braking mechanism failed, which caused a severe accident.
Meaning
The term refers to the structure or method that enables a particular function or activity to take place.
Synonyms
- system
- process
- structure
- device
- apparatus
