ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Machinist

Definition & Meaning

Pronunciation /məˈʃiː.nɪst/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Machinist is a noun meaning A constructor of machines and engines; someone knowledgeable about machines.

Meaning

A constructor of machines and engines; someone knowledgeable about machines.

More Meanings

  1. A person skilled in the use of machine tools for fashioning metal parts or tools out of metal.
  2. A person who operates machinery.
  3. A person employed to shift scenery in a theater.

Word Forms

Synonyms for machinist

Depending on context, synonyms include operator, mechanic.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mechanic, engineer, motorman, mechanician, mechanist, mechanizer.

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