English adjective: mechanic | |||
| 1. | mechanic resembling the action of a machine | ||
| Samples | From blank to blank a threadless way I pushed mechanic feet. | ||
| Similar | mechanical | ||
| Antonyms | nonmechanical | ||
English noun: mechanic | |||
| 1. | mechanic (person) a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools | ||
| Synonyms | machinist, shop mechanic | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | artificer, artisan, craftsman, journeyman | ||
| 2. | mechanic (person) someone whose occupation is repairing and maintaining automobiles | ||
| Synonyms | auto-mechanic, automobile mechanic, car-mechanic, grease monkey | ||
| Broader (hypernym) | maintenance man, repairman, service man | ||