American English pronunciation
How to pronounce tinker
IPA transcription: ['tɪŋkɚ]
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Noun
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a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts
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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
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small mackerel found nearly worldwide
Verb
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do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
“The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house”
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work as a tinker or tinkerer
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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”