a person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts

[ Syn: tinkerer ]

formerly a person (traditionally a Gypsy) who traveled from place to place mending pots and kettles and other metal utensils as a way to earn a living

small mackerel found nearly worldwide

[ Syn: chub mackerel , scomber japonicus ]

do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly; The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house

[ Syn: putter , mess around , potter , monkey , monkey around , muck about , muck around ]

work as a tinker or tinkerer

try to fix or mend; Can you tinker with the T.V. set--its not working right; She always fiddles with her van on the weekend

[ Syn: fiddle ]