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In science class, we learned what mechanism means.
What does Mechanism mean?
A mechanism is how something works.
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the parts or process that make something happen or work.
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What does mechanism mean?
Mechanism means A mechanism is how something works.
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Which word is closest in meaning to mechanism?
Process is close in meaning to mechanism.
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Randomness contrasts with mechanism.
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Mechanism
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WordMechanism.
Partnoun.
MeaningMechanism means A mechanism is how something works.
ExampleExample: In science class, we learned what mechanism means.
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- Syllables
- mek · uh · niz · um
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- mek
- Ending
- um
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- Put a little extra energy on mek.
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randomnessCan be used as a contrast for mechanism in some contexts.
chanceCan be used as a contrast for mechanism in some contexts.
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Mechanism word family
Base word
mechanism
adjective
mechanical
Related to machines or moving parts.
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