mechanics

Definition

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

Etymology

From Latin mēchanicus, from Ancient Greek μηχανικός (mēkhanikós), from μηχανή (mēkhanḗ, “machine, tool”).

Example Sentences

• "the mechanics of a board game"
• "It was anticipated that children who encountered difficulty with the mechanics of word processing could turn to the coach for help rather than interrupt Margaret's work with a reading group."