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dynamics

[ dahy-nam-iks ]

noun

  1. (used with a singular verb) Physics. the branch of mechanics that deals with the motion and equilibrium of systems under the action of forces, usually from outside the system.
  2. (used with a plural verb) the motivating or driving forces, physical or moral, in any field.
  3. (used with a plural verb) the pattern or history of growth, change, and development in any field.
  4. (used with a plural verb) variation and gradation in the volume of musical sound.
  5. (used with a singular verb) psychodynamics.


dynamics

/ 岹ɪˈæɪ /

noun

  1. functioning as singular the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that change or produce the motions of bodies Compare statics kinematics
  2. functioning as singular the branch of mechanics that includes statics and kinetics See statics kinetics
  3. functioning as singular the branch of any science concerned with forces
  4. those forces that produce change in any field or system
  5. music
    1. the various degrees of loudness called for in performance
    2. Also calleddynamic marksdynamic markings directions and symbols used to indicate degrees of loudness
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

dynamics

  1. The branch of physics that deals with the effects of forces on the motions of bodies.
  2. Also called kinetics
  3. Compare kinematics
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Word History and Origins

Origin of dynamics1

First recorded in 1780–90; dynamic, -ics
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Nonetheless, James acknowledged a chance in the dynamics of the best-of-seven series.

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Medina's project explores female prison spaces across Chile, and the dynamics that shape the lives of incarcerated women and their families.

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"If any such detention did occur, it would have been a product of complex internal military dynamics," said Arafat.

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Daniel and Ronan co-wrote the script which "explores the intricate relationships between fathers, sons and brothers, and the dynamics of familial bonds".

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“The Corrections” remains the great American novel about family dynamics in the early 21st century; Franzen so perfectly captures all the angst and dysfunction and striving that’s passed from generation to generation.

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