Meaning Of The Word Tinker

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What's The Definition Of Tinker?

tinker
verb: If you tinker with something, you make some small changes to it, in an attempt to improve it or repair it.

tinker in American English
a usually itinerant person who mends pots, pans, etc.
noun: a mender of pots, kettles, pans, etc., usually an itinerant

tinker in British English
noun: (esp formerly) a travelling mender of pots and pans
verb: to play, fiddle, or meddle (with machinery, etc), esp while undertaking repairs

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