MECHANIC (2)

Me‐chan″ic (mē̍‐kăn″ĭk), a. [[F. mécanique, L. mechanicus, Gr. μηχανικόσ, fr. μηχανή a machine. See Machine.]] 1. 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. 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. 3. Base. Whitlock.