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Tinkerer Definition & Meaning

tinkerer
noun
  1. an unskilled person who tries to fix or mend
  2. a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts

"Tinkerer" in song lyrics

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  • "backyard tinkerer"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does tinkerer mean?
an unskilled person who tries to fix or mend a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts
What part of speech is tinkerer?
Tinkerer is a noun.
How many definitions does tinkerer have?
Tinkerer has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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