メカニズム - 定義、意味と同義語

Mechanism - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com SKIP TO CONTENT mechanism /ˌmɛkəˈnɪzəm/ /ˈmɛkənɪzəm/ IPA guide Other forms: mechanisms Use the word mechanism to describe a process that has been set up to accomplish a particular goal. If you’ve set up a method for dealing with your sister when she annoys you, then you have a mechanism in place for establishing peace with your sister. The word mechanism came into the English language in the seventeenth century by way of the Latin word mechanismus , which traces back to the Greek word mekhane , meaning “device" or "means.” Mechanism still carries with it the meaning of “device” and can be used to describe a machine, but nowadays you are more likely to hear it used to describe a process for getting something done, such as "a mechanism for generating revenue" or "a crisis-resolution mechanism ." Definitions of mechanism noun device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function see more see less types: show 117 types... hide 117 types... action , action mechanism the operating part that transmits power to a mechanism actuator a mechanism that puts something into automatic action automaton , bot , golem , robot a mechanism that can move automatically axis , axis of rotation the center around which something rotates carriage a machine part that carries something else cartridge ejector , ejector a mechanism in a firearm that ejects the empty shell case after firing cartridge extractor , cartridge remover , extractor a mechanism in a firearm that pulls an empty shell case out of the chamber and passes it to the ejector clockwork any mechanism of geared wheels that is driven by a coiled spring; resembles the works of a mechanical clock control , controller a mechanism that controls the operation of a machine cooling , cooling system a mechanism for keeping something cool delayed action a mechanism that automatically delays the release of a camera shutter for a fixed period of time so that the photographer can appear in the picture drive a mechanism by which force or power is transmitted in a machine drive line , drive line system mechanism that transmits power from the engine to the driving wheels of a motor vehicle fail-safe a mechanism capable of returning to a safe state in case there is a failure or malfunction film advance a mechanism for advancing film in a camera or projector gear , gear mechanism a mechanism for transmitting motion for some specific purpose (as the steering gear of a vehicle) homing device the mechanism in a guided missile that guides it toward its objective hydraulic system a mechanism operated by the resistance offered or the pressure transmitted when a liquid is forced through a small opening or tube ignition , ignition system the mechanism that ignites the fuel in an internal-combustion engine lock a mechanism that detonates the charge of a gun mechanical device mechanism consisting of a device that works on mechanical principles radiator a mechanism consisting of a metal honeycomb through which hot fluids circulate; heat is transferred from the fluid through the honeycomb to the airstream that is created either by the motion of the vehicle or by a fan rotating mechanism a mechanism that rotates steering linkage mechanism consisting of a system of rods and levers connected to the front wheels of a motor vehicle; the steering gear pushes it left or right which swivels the front wheels, causing the vehicle to turn steering mechanism , steering system a mechanism by which something is steered (especially a motor vehicle) tape drive , tape transport , transport a mechanism that transports magnetic tape across the read/write heads of a tape playback/recorder whirler a revolving mechanism innards , workings , works the internal mechanism of a device air conditioner , air conditioning a system that keeps air cool and dry android , humanoid , mechanical man an automaton that resembles a human being blade , vane flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water broadcaster , spreader a mechanical device for scattering something, such as seed, fertilizer, or sand, in all directions bumper a mechanical device consisting of bars at either end of a vehicle to absorb shock and prevent serious damage bumper guard vertical bars attached to a bumper to prevent locking bumpers with another vehicle cam a rotating disk shaped to convert circular into linear motion carburetor , carburettor mixes air with gasoline vapor prior to explosion circle , round any circular or rotating mechanism compressor a mechanical device that compresses gasses coolant system a cooling system that uses a fluid to transfer heat from one place to another cooling tower a cooling system used in industry to cool hot water (by partial evaporation) before reusing it as a coolant copyholder mechanical device used in printing; holds the copy for the compositor coupler , coupling a mechanical device that serves to connect the ends of adjacent objects cruise control control mechanism for keeping an automobile at a set speed crimper , curler , hair curler , roller a mechanical device consisting of a cylindrical tube around which the hair is wound to curl it dial the control on a radio or television set that is used for tuning diaphragm , stop a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens dicer a mechanical device used for dicing food disk controller (computer science) a circuit or chip that translates commands into a form that can control a hard disk drive electromechanical device a mechanical device that is operated by electricity escapement mechanical device that regulates movement evaporative cooler a cooling system that cools by evaporation Ferris wheel a vertical rotating mechanism consisting of a large wheel with suspended seats that remain upright as the wheel rotates; provides a ride at an amusement park first , first gear , low , low gear the lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle; used to start a car moving fusee , fusee drive a spirally grooved spindle in a clock that counteracts the diminishing power of the uncoiling mainspring gearset a set of gears gear lever , gearshift , gearstick , shifter a mechanical device for engaging and disengaging gears governor , regulator a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel) grab a mechanical device for gripping an object firing mechanism , gunlock the action that ignites the charge in a firearm gyro , gyroscope rotating mechanism in the form of a universally mounted spinning wheel that offers resistance to turns in any direction handwheel control consisting of a wheel whose rim serves as the handle by which a part is operated helm steering mechanism for a vessel; a mechanical device by which a vessel is steered high , high gear a forward gear with a gear ratio that gives the greatest vehicle velocity for a given engine speed claw , hook a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something hydraulic transmission , hydraulic transmission system a transmission that depends on a hydraulic system joystick a manual control consisting of a vertical handle that can move freely in two directions; used as an input device to computers or to devices controlled by computers machine , simple machine a device for overcoming resistance at one point by applying force at some other point movement the driving and regulating parts of a mechanism (as of a watch or clock) pantograph mechanical device used to copy a figure or plan on a different scale park a gear position that acts as a parking brake piano action action consisting of a system of levers that move a felt hammer to strike the strings when a key is depressed piston , plunger mechanical device that has a plunging or thrusting motion pin , pivot axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns power steering , power-assisted steering automotive steering where engineer power amplifies the torque applied to the steering wheel propeller , propellor a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water pump a mechanical device that moves fluid or gas by pressure or suction pump action , slide action action mechanism in a modern rifle or shotgun; a back and forward motion of a sliding lever ejects the empty shell case and cocks the firearm and loads a new round rachet , ratch , ratchet mechanical device consisting of a toothed wheel or rack engaged with a pawl that permits it to move in only one direction auto-changer , changer , record changer an automatic mechanical device on a record player that causes new records to be played without manual intervention refrigeration system a cooling system for chilling or freezing (usually for preservative purposes) regulator any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc. reverse , reverse gear the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed ride a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement positioner , rotary actuator (computer science) the actuator that moves a read/write head to the proper data track rotor rotating mechanism consisting of an assembly of rotating airfoils rotor head , rotor shaft the axis around which the major rotor of a helicopter turns rudder (nautical) steering mechanism consisting of a hinged vertical plate mounted at the stern of a vessel second , second gear the gear that has the second lowest forward gear ratio in the gear box of a motor vehicle seeder a mechanical device that sows grass seed or grain evenly over the ground shutter a mechanical device on a camera that opens and closes to control the time of a photographic exposure binding , ski binding one of a pair of mechanical devices that are attached to a ski and that will grip a ski boot; the bindings should release in case of a fall splicer a mechanical device for joining two pieces of paper or film or