Mechanism
Mechanism noun - Device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function.
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Piston and mechanism are semantically related In some cases you can use "Piston" instead a noun "Mechanism".
Piston
Piston noun - Mechanical device that has a plunging or thrusting motion.
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