Mechanic
/məˈkænɪk/noun
A person who fixes cars or machinery.
My car broke down, so I took it to the mechanic.
Often appears as...
- auto mechanic
- aircraft mechanic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Occupation Specific
Mechanic can indicate a person's job, especially associated with hands-on mechanical work.
After studying, he became a licensed mechanic.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Cars
Though often associated with cars, mechanics can specialize in various types of machinery.
She works as an elevator mechanic.
Pro Tip 3/3Practical Skills
The term implies practical, often manual skills, in repairing and maintaining machines.
A good mechanic can often diagnose a problem just by listening.
Compare with
engineerservicemantechnics
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