Definition

A person whose job is to fix things that are broken or not working properly.

Example

The repairman came to fix the leaky faucet in the kitchen.

Conversation

Did you call the repairman for the broken sink?

Yeah, he’s coming over this afternoon to take a look.

I hope he can fix it quickly; I really need to do dishes.

Same here! I’m glad we have a good repairman in the neighborhood.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Repairman → It is formed from "repair" (from Old French *repaier*, meaning to restore or fix) and "man" (meaning a person). The word "repairman" refers to a person who restores or fixes things.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'restores' ('repair') things — that's why a repairman is a person who fixes items.

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