Associations to the word «Mainspring»
Noun
- Barrel
- Torque
- Arbor
- Bridle
- Notch
- Wearer
- Watch
- Cock
- Lever
- Clock
- Friction
- Cam
- Wheel
- Verge
- Regulator
- Gear
- Trigger
- Mechanism
- Tension
- Screw
- Monarchy
- Slide
- Balance
- Hammer
- Spring
- Action
- Housing
- Rotation
- Motion
- Machinery
- Jaw
- Happiness
- Conduct
- Lock
- Pistol
- Movement
- Weight
- Principle
- Device
- Cord
- Chain
- Civilization
- Wealth
- Glory
- Impulse
- Firing
- Energy
- Donald
- Pull
- Progress
- Existence
- Drive
- Strength
- Force
- Wind
- Emotion
- Bullet
- Universe
- Seek
- Train
- Turn
- Passion
- Keeping
Adjective
Adverb
Wiktionary
MAINSPRING, noun. The principal spring of a clockwork mechanism, that drives it by uncoiling.
MAINSPRING, noun. (figuratively) The most important reason for something.
Dictionary definition
MAINSPRING, noun. The most important spring in a mechanical device (especially a clock or watch); as it uncoils it drives the mechanism.
Wise words
We cannot always control our thoughts, but we can control
our words, and repetition impresses the subconscious, and we
are then master of the situation.