1. (Physique) Science des mouvements.
2. Mécanisme.
3. Machine. Une mécanique de précision.
Any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring; resembles the works of a mechanical clock. clock-work
ETYM From Machine: cf. French machinerie.
1. A system of means and activities whereby a social institution functions.
2. Machines or machine systems collectively.
ETYM Cf. French mécanique.
Branch of physics dealing with the motions of bodies and the forces causing these motions, and also with the forces acting on bodies in equilibrium. It is usually divided into dynamics and statics.
Quantum mechanics is the system based on the quantum theory that has superseded Newtonian mechanics in the interpretation of physical phenomena on the atomic scale.
The branch of physics concerned with the motion of bodies in a frame of reference.
1. Relatif ŕ la mécanique.
2. De nature mécanique. Panne mécanique.
3. Machinal. Geste mécanique.
Resembling or suggesting a machine especially in regularity of action or stereotyped uniformity of product
ETYM From Mechanic.
1. Using (or as if using) mechanisms or tools or devices.
2. Relating to or governed by or in accordance with mechanics.
3. Relating to or concerned with machinery or tools; SYN. mechanically skillful.
4. Lacking thought or feeling.