mechanic

Speech parts

1. mechanic - Noun

2. mechanic - Adjective

3. mechanic - Adjective Satellite

4. Mechanic - Proper noun

Meaning

The art of the application of the laws of motion or force to construction.

A mechanician; an artisan; an artificer; one who practices any mechanic art; one skilled or employed in shaping and uniting materials, as wood, metal, etc., into any kind of structure, machine, or other object, requiring the use of tools, or instruments.

Having to do with the application of the laws of motion in the art of constructing or making things; of or pertaining to mechanics; mechanical; as, the mechanic arts.

Of or pertaining to a mechanic or artificer, or to the class of artisans; hence, rude; common; vulgar.

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Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

machinist auto-mechanic car-mechanic engineer tradesman craftsman fitter repairer repairman grease monkey technician automobile mechanic shop mechanic motor mechanic smith
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Antonyms

natural designed measured express aware calculated
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Hypernyms

artificer occupation craftsman artisan journeyman repairman

Related terms

mechanism mechanical mechanics mechanically mechanize mechanization

Phrases with the word

mechanic's grip mechanic engineer stereotypical mechanic motor mechanic flight mechanic mechanic driver

Anagrams

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Examples

The expectations of life depend upon diligence; the mechanic that would perfect his work must first sharpen his tools. Confucius

People with honorary awards are looked upon with disfavor. Would you let an honorary mechanic fix your brand-new Mercedes? Neil Simon

But Conversation, choose what theme we may, And chiefly when religion leads the way, Should flow, like waters after summer show'rs, Not as if raised by mere mechanic powers. William Cowper

A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools. Spanish Proverb

A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too busy to take care of his tools. English Proverb

A man too busy to take care of his health is like a mechanic too bus to take care of his tools. Traditional Proverb

Close letter words and terms

mecha mechaieh Mecham mechanic arts mechanic driver mechanic engineer