nonmechanical

• Qui n'est pas lié aux machines ni aux processus mécaniques, ou qui n'est pas actionné par ceux-ci ; qui relève de la force manuelle, naturelle ou d'autres principes non mécaniques.

Describes something that is not related to or operated by machines or mechanical processes.

1. Not mechanicalB2formal

   Not relating to or involving machines or mechanical processes.

   Non mécanique

   • The system uses a nonmechanical method to control the flow.
   • Nonmechanical parts are often easier to maintain.
   • The design relies on nonmechanical principles for operation.

   Synonymeshand-operatedmanualnon-automaticunmechanized

   Antonymesmechanical

2. Lacking mechanical skillsB2informal

   Describing a person who is not skilled or interested in working with machines or tools.

   non mécanicien

   • He is completely nonmechanical and can't even change a tire.
   • She is nonmechanical, so she always calls a repairman.
   • Being nonmechanical, he prefers to avoid any DIY projects.

   Synonymesclumsyineptunmechanical

   Antonymeshandymechanical