mech·a·nist

(mĕk′ə-nĭst)

n. Philosophy

One who believes in the doctrine of mechanism.

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mechanist

(ˈmɛkənɪst)

1. (Philosophy) a person who accepts a mechanistic philosophy

2. (Professions) another name for a mechanician

3. (Mechanical Engineering) another name for a mechanician

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mech•a•nist

(ˈmɛk ə nɪst)

n.

a believer in a theory of mechanism.

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