nonmanual

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈmæn.ju.əl/

KK: /nɑnˈmæn.ju.əl/

adjective

Definition

Referring to something that is not done by hand or does not require physical effort.

Example

The nonmanual tasks in the office can be completed using software.

Conversation

I heard you got a new job that’s mostly nonmanual.

Yeah, I’m really excited about it!

That sounds interesting! What will you be doing?

I’ll be focusing on project management, which is great for me.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

automated

mechanical

digital

Antonyms

manual

physical

tactile

Root Explanation

Nonmanual → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "manual" (from Latin "manuālis", meaning of the hand). The word "nonmanual" refers to something that is not done by hand or does not involve manual labor.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'manual' relating to 'hand' — so nonmanual describes something that is not done by hand.

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