kinematic

CEFRB2

/kɪn.ɪˈmæt.ɪk/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Relating to the movement of objects without considering the forces causing it.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Of or relating to motion or to kinematics.

Examples

  • The engineers conducted a kinematic analysis of the engine parts.

  • Kinematic analysis is a complex process.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2
Synonyms
1

Also pronounced

  • /kaɪ.nɪˈmæt.ɪk/

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In context

  • The kinematic equations described the motion.

  • The Cognitive function in Humans results from our extremely complex kinematic capabilities. Grasping for objects, bending down and up, or sitting down on objects are examples of kinematic capabilities[…]

  • We have unfortunately no kinematic records, but it is not impossible or very difficult to imagine the various gestures and movements which might be considered appropriate to such a rite in different localities or among different peoples.

Synonyms

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Origin

adjective

Back-formation from kinematics. Piecewise doublet of cinematic.