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Mechanical puzzles

Scope note

Puzzles composed of several parts that pose a problem for one person to solve by manipulation using logic, reasoning, insight, luck, or dexterity. PUZZLS

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000222284

Broader Terms used

puzzles

Narrower Terms used

<put-together puzzles>
burr puzzles

Term used for

puzzles, mechanical

Equivalent Terms used

mechanical puzzle

Created

13yrs ago

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