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Meaning of mechanics

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

mechanics

noun

Definitions

  1. The branch of physics that deals with the action of forces on material objects with mass

  2. The design and construction of machines.

  3. (writing) Spelling and punctuation.

  4. Operation in general; workings.

    Example: the mechanics of a board game

mechanics

noun

Definitions

  1. A manual worker; a labourer or artisan.

  2. Someone who builds or repairs machinery, a technician; now specifically, someone who works with and repairs the mechanical parts of a motor vehicle, aircraft or similar.

  3. A device, command, or feature which allows someone to achieve a specific task.

    Example: This game has a mechanic where if you run toward a ledge you automatically jump off rather than just falling.

  4. A hit man.