Meaning of the word tinkerer in English

What does tinkerer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

tinkerer

US /ˈtɪŋkərər/
UK /ˈtɪŋkərər/

Noun

a person who enjoys experimenting with and repairing machines or devices

Example:
My grandfather was a great tinkerer; he could fix anything around the house.
The young engineer was a natural tinkerer, always taking things apart to see how they worked.