tinker

Words with a similar base: tinker, tinkerer

'tinker'

[tinker.n.01] as in: a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts

'tinker'

[tinker.n.02] as in: 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

'tinker'

[chub_mackerel.n.01] as in: small mackerel found nearly worldwide

'tinker'

[putter.v.02] as in: do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly

Examples:
The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house

'tinker'

[tinker.v.02] as in: work as a tinker or tinkerer

'tinker'

[tinker.v.03] as in: try to fix or mend

Examples:
Can you tinker with the T.V.

set--it's not working right
She always fiddles with her van on the weekend

Origins

					tinker (English)
└── tinkere (Middle English (1100-1500))

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