Mechanisms
10 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
Plural of mechanism; systems of parts working together in a machine or natural processes by which something takes place or is brought about. Methods or procedures for achieving a result.
“Scientists are studying the molecular mechanisms underlying cellular ageing.”
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10-letter technical term with -ISMS suffix; contains three M's and two S's
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Worth 19 points; good for using M and C on premium squares
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