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Comparative
more mechanical
Superlative
most mechanical
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(of an object) powered by machinery or an engine
- The mechanical device automatically sorts items based on size and weight.
- The mechanical clock chimes every hour, driven by gears and springs.
- The mechanical door lock uses a key to engage tumblers and secure the door.
- The mechanical crane lifts heavy loads using a system of pulleys and cables.
- The mechanical lawnmower relies on a gasoline engine to power its blades and propel itself across the lawn.
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involving or related to machines, engines, or tools
- He works as a mechanical engineer, designing complex machines for the automotive industry.
- The mechanical parts of the car were carefully inspected to ensure everything was functioning correctly.
- Mechanical failure caused the equipment to stop working during the experiment.
- The factory employed several mechanical tools to speed up the production process.
- His mechanical skills helped him fix the broken lawnmower in no time.
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relating to machines, their operation, or the principles of mechanics
- The mechanical behavior of the material was studied to understand its response to pressure.
- Engineers used mechanical principles to design the new suspension system.
- The car’s movement is governed by mechanical laws, specifically the forces of friction and gravity.
- Mechanical energy is transformed into electrical energy in this type of generator.
- Understanding the mechanical properties of the building materials is crucial for structural safety.
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(of a task or job) repetitive, routine, and not requiring much thought or creativity
- His work felt mechanical, performing the same task every day.
- The routine became so mechanical that she could do it on autopilot.
- He preferred work that was less mechanical and more engaging.
- The job was so mechanical that she could do it without thinking.
- The job required mechanical actions, but no creative thinking.
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