word
kinematics
kin-eh-MAT-iks
ˌkɪnəˈmætɪksListen
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Syllable breakdown
kinematics
Dictionary meaning
The branch of mechanics that describes motion without considering the forces causing it.
History and origin
Greek kinēma, meaning 'movement'.
Examples
- The robotics team modeled the arm's kinematics before building it.
Common mispronunciations
KIN-uh-mat-iks
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