mechanical

Word parts

mechanic + -al

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /mɪˈkanɪk(ə)l/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /məˈkæ.nə.kəl/

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Adjective

Positive mechanical

Comparative more mechanical

Superlative most mechanical

1. If something is mechanical it is related to a machine, like a machine, or done by a machine.

   Printing presses are mechanical devices for printing on paper.

Related words

• mechanic