mechanism

mécanisme

Processus qui explique comment une chose se produit ou fonctionne.

En anglais simple : The process that explains how something happens or works.

• We do not understand the mechanism yet.
• Scientists studied the mechanisms of memory.
• The report explains the mechanism behind this change.

Comment l'utiliser : mechanism by which… (We studied the mechanism by which plants store water.)

Synonymes : process

Expressions courantes : underlying mechanism, mechanism of something, mechanism behind something

mécanisme

Ensemble de parties d’une machine ou d’un être vivant qui accomplit une tâche précise.

En anglais simple : A system of parts within a machine or living thing that performs a particular task.

• The locking mechanism is broken.
• This mechanism controls the movement of the hands.
• The body has mechanisms for controlling its temperature.

Expressions courantes : control mechanism, locking mechanism, release mechanism

mécanisme

Dispositif mécanique qui modifie ou contrôle le mouvement, ou transmet la force d’une pièce à une autre.

En anglais simple : A mechanical arrangement that changes or controls movement or passes power from one part to another.

• The mechanism transfers power to the wheels.
• A lever operates the lifting mechanism.
• They designed a mechanism that turns rotation into straight movement.

Expressions courantes : drive mechanism, gear mechanism, steering mechanism