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Wordabulary

mechanical

Pronunciation
Adjective A2 Elementary

Quick answer

Relating to machines or moved by machinery, or done automatically without much thought.

"A mechanical failure grounded the flight for several hours."

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Which word fits the gap? "A _____ failure grounded the flight for several hours."

Answer: mechanical

In your own words, what does "mechanical" mean?

Relating to machines or moved by machinery, or done automatically without much thought.

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