mechanism

An unconscious psychological mechanism that reduces anxiety from unacceptable stimuli.

An unconscious psychological mechanism that reduces anxiety from unacceptable stimuli.

A psychological strategy used to deal with stress or trauma.

Describes a system or process with many interconnected parts.

Describes a system or process that is difficult to understand or operate.

Refers to the part of a device that locks it in place.

Used when the precise way something works is being discussed.

Used when the precise way something works is being discussed.

Refers to the part of a gun that causes it to fire.

Used to say that the mechanism is functioning or working correctly.

Used to say that the mechanism is functioning or working.

Indicates the purpose of a mechanism.

Indicates the method or system through which something is achieved.

Indicates the method or system through which something is achieved.

To control a process or system so that it operates correctly.

To manage or direct the functioning of a system or process.

To cause a device or system to start working, often suddenly.

To cause a device or system to start working.

To control and direct the functioning of a system, often by a set of rules.

To cause a mechanism to become stuck and unable to move.