Mechanician

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    One skilled in the theory or construction of machines. dated

    "To build such a device will require an expert mechanician."

  2. 2
    One skilled in building, using, or repairing machines, or who makes machines or tools. dated

    "Shortly after being removed to the hospital Wright recovered consciousness and sent for Taylor, his mechanician. -- "Fatal fall of Wright airship", New York Times September 18th 1908"

  3. 3
    One skilled in mechanics. dated
  4. 4
    A machinist. dated
  5. 5
    A scientifically trained practitioner. dated
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  1. 6
    A mechanic. dated

Example

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"To build such a device will require an expert mechanician."

Etymology

From mechanic + -ian.

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