non-automatic
Definition
- Adjective:
- Requiring human operation or control; not self-acting: Describes a device, process, or system that requires direct human intervention to function, as opposed to operating by itself.
- Manual; hand-operated: Specifically refers to machinery or tools that are powered or controlled by human physical effort.
Usage Examples
- Adjective:
- The factory still uses several non-automatic lathes that require skilled operators.
- For safety, the backup system is completely non-automatic and must be activated by a person.
- She prefers a non-automatic transmission in her car for greater control.
Advanced Usage
In technical contexts: Often used to specify a mode of operation that contrasts with "automatic" or "programmed."
- The device can be switched from automatic to non-automatic mode for manual calibration.
In regulatory or descriptive language: Used to categorize equipment or procedures.
- The guidelines list the requirements for both automatic and non-automatic weighing instruments.
Variants and Related Words
- Manually (adverb): Done by hand or with human effort.
- The door must be opened manually.
- Manual (adjective): Operated or controlled by hand.
- a manual gearbox
Synonyms
- Manual
- Hand-operated
- Hand-cranked
- Not automatic
Antonyms
- Automatic
- Self-acting
- Automated
- Self-operating
Related Phrases
- Non-automatic operation: The state or condition of being manually controlled.
- Non-automatic operation is necessary for this delicate procedure.
- Non-automatic firearm: A type of gun where the user must manually reload or chamber the next round.
- He collects historical non-automatic firearms.
Adjective
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operated by hand
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