Definition

A person who installs and fixes systems that provide heat, ventilation, or refrigeration, often working with pipes and machinery.

Example

The steamfitter worked all day to install the new heating system in the building.

Conversation

Did you hear that Mike is training to be a steamfitter?

Really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, he says it involves a lot of installation work and repairs.

I can see how that would be a useful skill to have.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Steamfitter → It is formed from "steam" (from Old English *steam*, meaning vapor or gas) and "fitter" (from Old French *fitier*, meaning to fit or adjust). A steamfitter is someone who fits or installs systems that use steam.

Memory Tip

Think of 'steam' as vapor and 'fitter' as someone who adjusts or installs — a steamfitter is a person who installs systems that use steam.

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