statics

American

[stat-iks] / ˈstæt ɪks /

noun

(used with a singular verb)

the branch of mechanics that deals with bodies at rest or forces in equilibrium.

statics British

/ ˈstætɪks /

noun

(functioning as singular) the branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that produce a state of equilibrium in a system of bodies Compare dynamics

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statics Scientific

/ stăt′ĭks /

The branch of physics that deals with physical systems in equilibrium, in which no bodies are in motion, and all forces are offset or counterbalanced by other forces.

Etymology

Origin of statics

First recorded in 1650–60; see origin at static, -ics

Vocabulary lists containing statics

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Example Sentences

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Imports of goods from Russia also fell to £33m in June, the lowest level since records began in January 1997, the Office for National Statics said.

From BBC • Aug. 24, 2022

The Bureau of Labor Statics reported that the country actually added 146,000 fewer jobs in March than it previously thought, and 68,000 more in February.

From Slate • May 7, 2021

Statics is a special case of Newton's laws, both the general problem-solving strategies and the special strategies for Newton's laws, discussed in Problem-Solving Strategies, still apply.

From Textbooks • Aug. 12, 2015

Statics can be applied to a variety of situations, ranging from raising a drawbridge to bad posture and back strain.

From Textbooks • Aug. 12, 2015

Both editions of Social Statics deny the right of governments to support churches, public schools, boards of health, poorhouses, lighthouses, or mints.

From Liberty In The Nineteenth Century by Holland, Frederic May

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