tinker meaning and definition

TINKER noun

Definition of tinker (noun)

1. a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts
   • synonyms: tinkerer
2. 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
3. small mackerel found nearly worldwide
   • synonyms: chub mackerel, Scomber japonicus

TINKER verb

Definition of tinker (verb)

1. do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
   • "The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house"
   • synonyms: mess around, monkey, monkey around, muck about, muck around, potter, putter
2. work as a tinker or tinkerer
3. 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: fiddle