Definition

A person who repairs or fixes things that are broken or damaged.

Example

The mender quickly fixed my broken shoe.

Conversation

I need to find a good mender for my favorite jacket.

Oh, I know someone who does great repairs!

Really? That would be so helpful; I can't part with it.

I can give you their contact info — they’re fantastic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mender → It is formed from "mend" (from Old French *mendre*, meaning to repair or fix) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A mender is a person who repairs or fixes something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'repairs' ('mend') things — the '-er' just means a person. A mender is someone who fixes things.

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