nonautomatic
/ˌnɑnˌɔtəˈmætɪk/
adjective
- Not operating by itself; requiring human action or control to function.
- My car has a nonautomatic transmission, so I have to shift gears manually.
- She prefers a nonautomatic coffee maker because she likes to control the brewing time.
- The factory uses nonautomatic machines that need a worker to operate them.
- Not happening or done without thought or effort; requiring deliberate action or decision.
- Breathing is usually automatic, but holding your breath is a nonautomatic action.
- Learning to drive a stick shift is a nonautomatic skill that takes practice.
- His reaction was nonautomatic; he paused to think before answering.
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