O mecanismo
Example: O mecanismo do relógio precisa ser ajustado regularmente.
Definition
"O mecanismo" refers to the system or set of parts working together in a machine or device, such as the internal workings of a clock, which need regular adjustment to function properly.
Etymology
The term "o mecanismo" comes from the Portuguese word 'mecanismo,' which traces back to the Greek 'mēkhanē,' meaning 'device' or 'machine.' Did you know that this root is also the origin of the English word 'mechanism,' highlighting the shared linguistic history of technical terms?
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