Definition of Tinker

Noun

  • small mackerel found nearly worldwide
    - chub mackerel - scomber japonicus
  • 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
  • a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts

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"
  • work as a tinker or tinkerer
  • do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
    "The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house"
    - mess around - monkey around - muck about - muck around
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Unscramble tinker

72 unscramble word found using the letters tinker.
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