The definition of 'tinker' & the word 'tinker' in example sentences or phrases
Noun
1
a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts
2
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
3
small mackerel found nearly worldwide
4
an itinerant Gypsy
5
a traveling repairman who mends broken things (such as metal household utensils)
Verb
1
do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
- The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house
2
work as a tinker or tinkerer
3
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 of the word 'tinker' & Antonyms of the word 'tinker'.
Noun
Synonymstinkerer, chub mackerel, Scomber japonicus, mender, tinkerer,
Verb
Synonymsputter, mess around, potter, monkey, monkey around, muck about, muck around, fiddle,
