Machinist Definition & Meaning

machinist
noun
  1. a craftsman skilled in operating machine tools

"Machinist" in song lyrics

See how machinist is used in real songs:

  • "Comparatively I leave you looking like the machinist"
    Hilltop Hoods f/ The Blue Blooded Allstars — The Blue Blooded
  • "top pay for machinist"
    AOL — AOL
  • "the machinist"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "machinist"

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