mechanics
/məˈkænɪks/
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
The branch of physics that deals with the action of forces on material objects with mass.
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Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The design and construction of machines.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “mechanics” mean?
The branch of physics that deals with the action of forces on material objects with mass.
Is “mechanics” formal or informal?
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