"Meccano" meaning in English

See Meccano in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Proper name

Etymology: From mechanics or mechano-. The product was originally called "Mechanics Made Easy". Head templates: {{en-prop}} Meccano
  1. A brand of model construction system consisting of reusable metal strips, plates, girders, etc. Derived forms: Meccano-like Related terms: Lego
    Sense id: en-Meccano-en-name-SDulGOoK Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries
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