technical

UK: ˈtɛknɪkəl | US: ˈtɛknɪkəl

Definition
  1. adj. relating to a particular subject, art, or craft, or its techniques

  2. adj. involving or requiring specialized knowledge

  3. adj. (of a term, rule, etc.) strictly applied according to its precise definition

Structure
technic <skill, art (from Greek *technē*)>al <adjective suffix (from Latin *-alis*)>
Etymology

The word "technical" originates from the Greek technē (τέχνη), meaning "art, skill, or craft." This root evolved into the Latin technicus, referring to skilled arts. The suffix -al (from Latin -alis) was added to form the adjective, emphasizing a connection to specialized knowledge or methods. Over time, "technical" came to denote precision and expertise in fields ranging from arts to sciences.

Examples
  1. The manual includes highly technical language for engineers.

  2. She faced technical difficulties while setting up the software.

  3. His explanation was too technical for the audience to understand.

  4. The report provides a technical analysis of market trends.

  5. Legal documents often contain technical terms unfamiliar to laypeople.