repairer
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /rɪˈpɛə.rə/
KK: /rɪˈpɛrər/
noun
Definition
A person whose job is to fix or mend things that are broken or damaged.
Example
The repairer fixed my broken bicycle quickly and efficiently.
Conversation
Have you found a good repairer for your bike yet?
Not yet, but I heard there's a great one downtown.
I think you should check them out; a good repairer can make all the difference.
Definitely! I want my bike to be in top shape for the summer.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fixer
mender
restorer
Antonyms
destroyer
damager
breaker
verb
Definition
Not a valid English word.
Example
Not available.
Tense Forms
Past: Not available.
Past Participle: Not available.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new repairer in town?
Yeah, I heard they’re really good with electronics.
I might need to visit them for my broken phone.
Root Explanation
Repairer → It is formed from "repair" (from Old French *repaier*, meaning to restore or mend) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A repairer is a person who restores or mends something.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who 'restores' ('repair') something and the '-er' just means a person. A repairer is someone who mends or fixes things.
Visually Confused Words
preparer
rearer
pairer
despairer
retirer
respire
replier
repiner