Me‐chan″ic (mē̍‐kăn″ĭk), a. [F. mécanique, L. mechanicus, Gr. μηχανικόσ, fr. μηχανή a machine. See Machine.] 1. 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. “These mechanic philosophers.” Ray.
Mechanic slaves,
With greasy aprons, rules, and hammers. Shak.
2. Of or pertaining to a mechanic or artificer, or to the class of artisans; hence, rude; common; vulgar.
To make a god, a hero, or a king
Descend to a mechanic dialect. Roscommon.
Sometimes he ply'd the strong, mechanic tool. Thomson.
3. Base. Whitlock.