Mechanism
Mechanism noun - Device consisting of a piece of machinery; has moving parts that perform some function.
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Synonyms for Mechanism
Weapon and mechanism are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Weapon" instead a noun "Mechanism".
Weapon
Weapon noun - Any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting.
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Synonyms for Weapon
Mechanism and weapon are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Mechanism" instead a noun "Weapon".
Nearby Words: weaponry, weaponless
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However, the gun part doesn't fire a projectile; instead, the firing mechanism sends a shock of vibration along the blade, increasing cutting power of the weapon.
Source: Mix-and-Match Weapon - The Brahmastra, a weapon that is described in a manner reminiscent of a modern nuclear weapon, is always proven useless through some contrived mechanism.
Source: Myth / Hindu Mythology - A man who knows more about its origins scoffs at this, saying it's not a weapon, it's a key with a self-defense mechanism.
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