mechanically-inclined
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/məˈkænɪkli ɪnˈklaɪnd/
natural aptitude for mechanics
Etymology
The term 'mechanically-inclined' combines 'mechanical,' from the Greek 'mekhane' meaning 'machine,' and 'inclined,' from the Latin 'inclinare' meaning 'to lean towards.'
'Mechanically-inclined' evolved from the combination of 'mechanical' and 'inclined' to describe a person's natural aptitude for mechanics.
Initially, it referred to a physical inclination towards machines, but now it broadly describes a person's aptitude for understanding mechanical systems.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a natural ability or interest in understanding and working with mechanical systems or machinery.
John is mechanically-inclined and can fix almost anything.
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Last updated: 2025/01/21 22:18