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MECHANICAL Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster Est. 1828 Dictionary Definition adjective noun adjective 2 adjective noun Synonyms Synonym Chooser Example Sentences Word History Phrases Containing Rhymes Entries Near Cite this Entry Citation Kids Definition Kids Medical Definition Medical More from M-W Show more Show more Citation Kids Medical More from M-W Save Word To save this word, you'll need to log in. Log In mechanical 1 of 2 adjective me·​chan·​i·​cal mi-ˈka-ni-kəl Synonyms of mechanical 1 a (1) : of or relating to machinery (see machinery sense 1 ) or tools mechanical applications of science a mechanical genius mechanical aptitude (2) : produced or operated by a machine or tool mechanical power a mechanical refrigerator a mechanical saw b : of or relating to manual operations 2 : of or relating to artisans (see artisan sense 1 ) or machinists the mechanical trades 3 a : done as if by machine : seemingly uninfluenced by the mind or emotions : automatic … busy in a leisurely mechanical way. — Douglas Stewart b : of or relating to technicalities or petty matters … nor was any capacity shown for anything above a mechanical handling of the matter. — Henry Osborn Taylor 4 a : relating to, governed by, or in accordance with the principles of mechanics mechanical energy b : relating to the quantitative relations of force and matter mechanical pressure of wind on a tower 5 : caused by, resulting from, or relating to a process that involves a purely physical as opposed to a chemical or biological change or process mechanical erosion of rock mechanically mi-ˈka-ni-k(ə-)lē adverb mechanical 2 of 2 noun 1 : a piece of finished copy consisting typically of type proofs and artwork positioned and mounted for photomechanical reproduction 2 obsolete : mechanic sense 1 Synonyms of mechanical Relevance Adjective automatic robotic mechanic reflex spontaneous See All Synonyms & Antonyms in Thesaurus Choose the Right Synonym for mechanical spontaneous , impulsive , instinctive , automatic , mechanical mean acting or activated without deliberation. spontaneous implies lack of prompting and connotes naturalness. a spontaneous burst of applause impulsive implies acting under stress of emotion or spirit of the moment. impulsive acts of violence instinctive stresses action involving neither judgment nor will. blinking is an instinctive reaction automatic implies action engaging neither the mind nor the emotions and connotes a predictable response. his denial was automatic mechanical stresses the lifeless, often perfunctory character of the response. a mechanical teaching method Examples of mechanical in a Sentence Adjective The flight was delayed because of mechanical problems. I was impressed by her mechanical know-how. She gave a mechanical reply. Copying down the numbers is a boring and mechanical job. The actor gave a stiff and mechanical performance. Recent Examples on the Web Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback . Adjective Don Scheltens, executive director of the Park District, previously said pool renovations include adding new recreational amenities such as waterslides, a spray park and upgrades to the mechanical systems. — Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune , 30 Apr. 2026 Driving through deep water can also damage a vehicle's mechanical and electrical systems. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer , 30 Apr. 2026 Noun The countdown of all the cobbled sectors, the five-star difficulty rating, the dust and the mechanicals . — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times , 10 Apr. 2026 The goal of Coolnvintage’s founder, Ricardo Pessoa, is to present restomods with flawless paintwork along with tailored upholstery draped over the top of a pristine chassis and perfect mechanicals . — Simon De Burton, Robb Report , 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mechanical Word History First Known Use Adjective 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1) Noun 1600, in the meaning defined at sense 2 Time Traveler The first known use of mechanical was in the 15th century See more words from the same century Phrases Containing mechanical mechanical advantage mechanical drawing mechanical engineering mechanical pencil mechanical ventilation mechanical ventilator Rhymes for mechanical botanical brahmanical tyrannical biomechanical thermomechanical electromechanical panicle puritanical See All Rhymes for mechanical Browse Nearby Words mechanic mechanical mechanical advantage See all Nearby Words Cite this Entry Style MLA Chicago APA Merriam-Webster “Mechanical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary , Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mechanical. Accessed 5 May. 2026. Copy Citation Kids Definition mechanical adjective me·​chan·​i·​cal mi-ˈkan-i-kəl 1 a : of or relating to machinery mechanical skill b : made or operated by a machine or machinery a mechanical toy 2 : done as if by machine : impersonal gave a mechanical reply 3 : relating to or according with the principles of mechanics mechanically -i-k(ə-)lē adverb Medical Definition mechanical adjective me·​chan·​i·​cal mi-ˈkan-i-kəl 1 : relating to the quantitative relations of force and matter mechanical pressure exerted by the bubbles in the tissues — H. G. Armstrong 2 : caused by, resulting from, or relating to physical as opposed to biological or chemical processes or change mechanical injury mechanical asphyxiation mechanically -i-k(ə-)lē adverb More from Merriam-Webster on mechanical Nglish: Translation of mechanical for Spanish Speakers Last Updated: 1 May 2026 - Updated example sentences Love words? Need even more definitions? 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