# handyman

/ˈhændiˌmæn/ (US) · /hˈændɪmən/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/handyman
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a person who can fix many different things around a house, like plumbing, electricity, or furniture. You usually hire this person for small repairs that a professional might not do.

For teachers: a person who performs various types of manual repair work, especially in a domestic setting. Often used to describe someone with general mechanical skills rather than a specialist tradesperson.

## Examples

- I need to hire a handyman to fix the leaky faucet.
- The landlord called a handyman to replace the broken lock on the front door before the new tenants moved in.
- While professional plumbers handle major infrastructure, a handyman is often the first person called for minor repairs that require a broad range of practical skills.

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