Definition of dynamics
1 physics : a branch of mechanics (see mechanics 1) that deals with forces and their relation primarily to the motion but sometimes also to the equilibrium (see equilibrium 2) of bodies
2 : a pattern or process of change, growth, or activity population dynamics
3 : variation and contrast in force or intensity (as in music)
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Origin and Etymology of dynamics
see 1dynamic
First Known Use: circa 1789
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1: a branch of mechanics that deals with forces and their relation primarily to the motion but sometimes also to the equilibrium of bodies
3: the pattern of change or growth of an object or phenomenon personality dynamics population dynamics
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