adj 1  :  relating to the quantitative relations of force and matter < pressure exerted by the bubbles in the tissues -H. G. Armstrong>   2  :  caused by, resulting from, or relating to physical as opposed to biological or chemical processes or change < injury>  < asphyxiation>  me*chan*i*cal*ly adv 
 
 
 
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