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MECHANISMS

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There are 5 meanings of the word Mechanisms.

Mechanisms - as a noun

The atomic process that occurs during a chemical reaction

Example: "He determined unique mechanisms for the photochemical reactions"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chemical mechanism
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemical actionchemical changechemical process
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The technical aspects of doing something

Example: "A mechanism of social control"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mechanics18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
carrying into actioncarrying outexecution18performance20
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A natural object resembling a machine in structure or function

Example: "The mechanism of the ear"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
natural object
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(philosophy) the philosophical theory that all phenomena can be explained in terms of physical or biological causes

Example Sentences

"Evolution is driven by various mechanisms, such as natural selection."
"The team is studying the feeding mechanisms of different bird species."
"Understanding the mechanisms of climate change is crucial for finding solutions."
"The clock's mechanisms were intricately designed."
"The body has natural defense mechanisms against viruses."
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Word Game Points

Is MECHANISMS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mechanisms is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MECHANISMS has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is MECHANISMS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mechanisms is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MECHANISMS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is MECHANISMS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mechanisms is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MECHANISMS has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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