Dictionary Check: tinker
"tinker" is a valid word!
Scrabble
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Words with Friends
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Definition
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
Example:
"The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house"
verb
work as a tinker or tinkerer
verb
try to fix or mend
Example:
"Can you tinker with the T.V. set — it's not working right"
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