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watchworks

watchworks

8.0
Hidden parts inside a system that make it work
  • noun
translation icon : funcionamiento interno
  • Understanding the watchworks of government can help citizens make informed decisions.

Examples

  • She was fascinated by the watchworks of the human brain and how it processes information.

  • The engineer explained the watchworks of the new computer chip to the team.

  • The watchworks of this antique clock are beautifully crafted.

  • Can you explain how the watchworks operate?

  • The engineer explained the watchworks of the new computer system to the team, highlighting how every component interacts.

  • She was captivated by the watchworks of the human brain, noting how its intricate functions influence behavior.

  • Understanding the watchworks behind a successful business can provide insights into its operational efficiency.

Synonyms

system
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2.7

A group of connected parts that work together as a whole, like a computer or machine

focuses on internal intricate parts rather than the whole assembled unit
clockwork
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45 4.5

A set of small gears and a coiled spring that makes clocks or watches run

is more general and applies to many complex internal systems not only gears
inner workings
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18 6.3

The parts and things that happen inside something like a company or machine that people do not see

applies to complex inner parts whether or not they are hidden
works
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  • Specialized
15 4.8

The moving parts inside a machine that make it run

is used for complex or figurative internal functioning rather than literal parts
movement
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  • Specialized
8 6.4

The parts inside a watch that make it run

applies more broadly to complex internal parts beyond one clock mechanism
workings
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1 3.9

The parts inside a machine or system that make it run

emphasizes intricate complexity and figurative use beyond mere operations
watchwork
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8.9

Small moving parts inside a watch or other precise machine

is the plural form used to mean the same idea

How Intricate

watchworks
8.0
mechanism
  • Jargon
91 4.4
component
447 3.4

Surface Forms

watchworks singular
watchworks plural

Morphology

watchworks = watch + works (semi-transparent) = watch + works

The compound is metaphorical (applied to complex systems) but the metaphor is directly based on the literal 'mechanisms' sense of 'works'.

Etymology

Watchworks uses the same pieces, watch and works, and by extension works can mean the 'inner parts' of any system. That's why watchworks is used figuratively for the complex inner workings of a machine, group, or system.