statics
UK/'stætɪks/US/'stætiks/
A2
Definitions
n.
The branch of mechanics that studies forces on bodies at rest or in equilibrium
静力学（研究处于静止或平衡状态的物体受力的力学分支）
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedFrom Greek statikos ('causing to stand, at a standstill'), itself from the sta- root that is the Greek cousin of Latin stāre. -ics marks a field of study. Statics studies things that stand still — forces in balance, nothing moving.
Root st still carries 376 more wordsWhy It Means This
Greek branch of the stand root. Contrast with dynamics (things in motion): statics is the physics of standstill. The same sta- gives us static, thermostat, and apostatize.
Common Collocations
- 1.applied statics应用静力学
- 2.principles of statics静力学原理
- 3.structural statics结构静力学
Example Sentences
- 1.
Engineering students study statics before tackling dynamics.