noun
repairman
noun
1
A man whose job is fixing broken machines, appliances, or equipment.
"The repairman came out to fix the washing machine."
How to Use Repairman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tradesman who repairs things, typically appliances or machinery.
When to use it
Gender-neutral alternatives like "repair technician" or "repair person" are now common in professional contexts.
Word Forms
repairmen plural
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Etymology
From repair plus man.