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fitter

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfɪtɝ// UK //fˈɪtɐ// fit·ter Archaic Informal

n. a person whose job is to put together or repair parts of a machine or equipment. You might see them working in a factory or on a construction site.

n. a skilled worker who installs, assembles, or repairs machinery and mechanical equipment. Often used in industrial or technical contexts to describe a specific trade.


SIMPLE

The fitter is coming to fix the heating system.

CONTEXTUAL

The factory hired an experienced fitter to ensure the new assembly line was installed correctly.

COMPLEX

After the initial design phase, the mechanical fitter spent weeks adjusting the custom components to ensure the turbine operated at peak efficiency.

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Etymology 1

From fit (verb) + -er.

Etymology 2

From fit (adjective) + -er.

Usage

Often paired with a specific industry, such as 'pipe fitter' or 'gas fitter'.

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