mechanical phenomenon

Noun
  1. A physical phenomenon associated with the equilibrium or motion of objects (synset 111501098)
    is a type of: physical phenomenon - a natural phenomenon involving the physical properties of matter and energy
    subtypes:
    • inertia - (physics) the tendency of a body to maintain its state of rest or uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force
    • leverage, purchase - the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
    • sound - mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium
    • flight, trajectory - the path followed by an object moving through space
    • resistance - any mechanical force that tends to retard or oppose motion

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