tinker
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Definitions
Noun
a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts
Noun
formerly a person (traditionally a Gypsy) who traveled from place to place mending pots and kettles and other metal utensils as a way to earn a living
Noun
small mackerel found nearly worldwide
Verb
do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly; "The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house"
Verb
work as a tinker or tinkerer
Verb
try to fix or mend; "Can you tinker with the T.V. set--it''s not working right"; "She always fiddles with her van on the weekend"
Synonyms
chub mackerel
fiddle
mess around
monkey
monkey around
muck about
muck around
potter
putter
Scomber japonicus
tinkerer