repairer

/ri'peərə/

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Word: Repairer

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A "repairer" is a skilled worker whose job is to fix or mend things that are broken or not working properly. This can include a wide range of items, such as cars, appliances, furniture, and more.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "repairer" when you want to refer to someone who is trained to fix things. It is often used in specific contexts, such as "car repairer" or "appliance repairer," to indicate what type of items they repair.

Examples:

1. "The repairer fixed my bike in less than an hour."
2. "After the storm, we called a repairer to help us with the damaged roof."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, the term "repairer" can be used in discussions about trades or professions. For example: - "As a repairer, you must have a good understanding of how various mechanical systems work."

Word Variants:

• Repair (verb): To fix something that is broken.
  • Example: "I need to repair my shoes."
• Repairable (adjective): Something that can be fixed.
  • Example: "The damage to the car is repairable."
• Repairman/Repairwoman (noun): A person (man or woman) who repairs things, often used interchangeably with "repairer."
  • Example: "The repairman came to fix the heater."

Different Meanings:

• The word "repair" can also mean to make something better or to restore it to a good condition, not just fixing something broken.
  • Example: "She tried to repair their friendship after the argument."

Synonyms:

• Fixer
• Mender
• Technician
• Craftsman (in some contexts)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "To patch things up" - This idiom means to repair a relationship or situation that has been damaged.

  • Example: "After their disagreement, they decided to patch things up."

• "Fix up" - A phrasal verb that means to improve or repair something, often to make it more attractive or functional.

  • Example: "They plan to fix up the old house before selling it."

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Noun

1. a skilled worker who mends or repairs things

Synonyms

• mender
• fixer