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mechanism

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/ˈmɛkənɪzəm/ · mech-an-ism

A system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery.

Meanings

nounformal

A system of parts working together in a machine; a piece of machinery.

ایک نظام جو ایک مشین میں ایک ساتھ کام کرنے والے حصوں کا ہے؛ ایک مشینی حصہ۔

مکینزم

mechanism

Synonyms

devicesystemprocessآلہنظامترکیب

Antonyms

disorganizationdysfunctionchaosبےترتیبیفعل کی کوتاہیخلل

Common Collocations

  • mechanism of action
  • mechanism design
  • mechanism of disease

Example Sentences

The mechanism of this engine is quite complex.

اس انجن کا مکینزم کافی پیچیدہ ہے۔

Is engine ka mechanism kaafi paicheeda hai.

The researchers studied the mechanism behind the disease.

باہرین نے بیماری کے پیچھے موجود مکینزم کا مطالعہ کیا۔

Bahirain ne bimari ke peeche maujood mechanism ka mutaala kiya.

Understanding the mechanism of the tool is essential for its effective use.

اس اوزار کے مکینزم کو سمجھنا اس کے مؤثر استعمال کے لیے ضروری ہے۔

Is auzar ke mechanism ko samajhna is ke mo'asar istemal ke liye zaroori hai.

Easily Confused With

mechansim:This is a common misspelling of the word 'mechanism'.

Word Family

mechanical
adjectiveمکینکی
mechanize
verbمکینائز کرنا

See Also

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a machine to remember 'mechanism' as it relates to moving parts working together.

Imagine a clock with intricate gears working together.

🗣️ Urdu Proverb

چور کو چور سمجھو تو وہ چور بن جاتا ہے۔

Chor ko chor samjho to woh chor ban jata hai.

If you consider a thief to be a thief, he becomes one.

📖 Etymology

Origin: Greek "mekhanismos" — device, machine

First known use: 17th century

The word 'mechanism' was introduced in the English language in the early 17th century, derived from the Greek word 'mekhanismos', which refers to a mechanical process or device.