tinkering
|tin/ker/ing|
B2
/ˈtɪŋkərɪŋ/
(tinker)
casual repair
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tinker' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'tinkere,' where 'tink-' was an onomatopoeic representation of the sound made by a tinsmith.
Historical Evolution
'tinkere' transformed into the modern English word 'tinker,' and eventually led to the formation of 'tinkering' as a present participle.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to work as a tinsmith,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to make small adjustments or improvements.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
engaging in a casual or experimental manner with something, often to make small adjustments or improvements.
He spent the afternoon tinkering with the old radio.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45