nontactile

/ˌnoʊntækˈtaɪl/ or /ˌnɒntækˈtaɪl/

Definitions

1. adjective

Not capable of or related to physical contact or touch.

“The nontactile sensors in the robot allowed it to navigate the room without bumping into objects.”

2. noun

A nontactile sense or perception.

“The nontactile sense of spatial awareness is crucial for pilots navigating through dense clouds.”

Synonyms

  • noncontact
  • touchless

Antonyms

  • tactile
  • touch-sensitive