How to pronounce "tinker"

• "tinker" pronounced in English.

• "Tinker" pronounced in English.

Meanings and definitions of "tinker"

Noun

a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts

Synonyms:

• tinker
• tinkerer

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

Synonyms:

• tinker

Noun

small mackerel found nearly worldwide

Synonyms:

• chub mackerel
• tinker
• Scomber japonicus

Verb

do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly; "The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house"

Synonyms:

• putter
• mess around
• potter
• tinker
• monkey
• monkey around
• muck about
• muck around

Verb

work as a tinker or tinkerer

Synonyms:

• tinker

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:

• tinker
• fiddle