Meaning of the word mechanics in English

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mechanics

US /məˈkæn·ɪks/

Noun

1.

the branch of applied mathematics dealing with motion and forces producing motion.

Example:
the laws of mechanics and electricity predicted that the electrons would spiral inward until they collided with the nucleus
2.

the machinery or working parts of something.

Example:
he looks at the mechanics of a car before the bodywork
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