Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Tinkering.
Tinkering - as a noun
A person who enjoys fixing and experimenting with machines and their parts
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
tinkerer12Formerly 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
Tinkering - as a verb
Do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly
Example: "The old lady is usually mucking about in her little house"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mess aroundmonkey15monkey aroundmuck aboutmuck aroundpotter8putter8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
work11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Work as a tinker or tinkerer
Try to fix or mend
Example: "Can you tinker with the t.v. set--it's not working right"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fiddle11Example Sentences
"His tinkering with the clock only made it worse."
"The tinkering of the engine could be heard from the garage."
"She enjoyed the tinkering of the piano keys."
"He spent hours tinkering with his new computer program."
"The tinkering of the bicycle gears needed adjusting."
Word Game Points
Is TINKERING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tinkering is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
TINKERING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.
Is TINKERING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tinkering is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordTINKERING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is TINKERING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tinkering is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordTINKERING has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.
