Meaning of the word dynamics in English

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dynamics

US /daɪˈnæm.ɪks/
UK /daɪˈnæm.ɪks/
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Noun

1.

the forces or properties that stimulate growth, development, or change within a system or process

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The dynamics of the market are constantly shifting.
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Understanding group dynamics is crucial for effective teamwork.
2.

the branch of mechanics concerned with the motion of bodies under the action of forces

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Newton's laws are fundamental to the study of dynamics.
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Aerospace engineers often specialize in fluid dynamics.