Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

noncontact

Adjective

/nɒnˈkɒn.tækt/

Definition

Related to a situation or method that does not involve physical touch or direct interaction.

Examples

Noncontact sports, like swimming or cycling, allow for competition without direct physical confrontations.
In noncontact events, participants use equipment or their bodies without any physical touch with others.
The noncontact thermometer allows for temperature measurement without any skin contact.

Meaning

The term ‘noncontact’ is often used to describe processes, activities, or situations where people or objects do not physically come into contact with each other.