mécanisme — meaning in English

English meaning

• gimmick noun A clever trick, feature, or gadget used mainly to attract attention rather than add real value.
• mechanism noun A system of moving parts that performs a function within a machine.

Senses

mécanisme is used for these senses in English:

• mechanism (within a machine or machinery) Any mechanical means for the conversion or control of motion, or the transmission or control of power.
• mechanism A mental, physical, or chemical process.

gimmick — full definition

1. noun A clever trick, feature, or gadget used mainly to attract attention rather than add real value.
2. verb To fit or rig something with a hidden trick or device.

mechanism — full definition

1. noun A system of moving parts that performs a function within a machine.
2. noun A process or system by which something happens or is achieved.

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