auto-mechanic
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Definition
Noun: A person whose job is to repair and maintain automobiles; a professional skilled in fixing cars.
Usage
This noun refers specifically to a person with the occupation of automotive repair. It is a compound noun formed from "auto" (short for automobile) and "mechanic." It is typically used in a professional or descriptive context.
Examples
- The auto-mechanic diagnosed the problem with my engine.
- She trained for three years to become a certified auto-mechanic.
- We need to find a reliable auto-mechanic for the fleet of company vehicles.
Advanced Usage
- The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) before another noun.
- He has years of auto-mechanic experience.
- It is often synonymous with "car mechanic" or "automotive technician," though "technician" may imply more specialized or computerized knowledge.
Variants and Related Words
- Mechanic (n): A more general term for a person who repairs machinery, which can include cars.
- Automotive technician (n): A modern term often used for a mechanic, especially one working with advanced vehicle computer systems.
- Grease monkey (n, informal/slang): A casual, sometimes humorous term for an auto-mechanic.
Synonyms
- Car mechanic
- Automotive mechanic
- Repair technician
Related Phrases
- Master mechanic: A highly skilled and experienced auto-mechanic.
- The issue was so complex only a master mechanic could fix it.
Noun
- someone whose occupation is repairing and maintaining automobiles