Der Mechanismus
Example: Der Mechanismus der Uhr funktioniert sehr präzise und zuverlässig.
Definition
"Der Mechanismus" refers to the system or structure of parts working together in a machine or process, enabling it to function effectively. For example, the mechanism of a clock operates very precisely and reliably to keep time.
Etymology
The word "der Mechanismus" originates from the Greek word 'mēkhanē,' meaning 'device' or 'machine,' which passed into Latin as 'mechanismus.' It was adopted into German to describe the inner workings or functional system of machines and processes. Did you know that the term was first used in the context of clockwork and mechanical devices?
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"Der Mechanismus" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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