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The mechanic fixed the bike chain.
What does Mechanic mean?
A mechanic fixes machines or vehicles.
Dictionary definition
a person who repairs and maintains machines, especially vehicles.
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Mechanic in a sentence
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A mechanic checked the engine before the trip.
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The story described how the mechanic found the problem by listening carefully.
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What does mechanic mean?
Mechanic means a mechanic fixes machines or vehicles.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to mechanic?
Repairer is close in meaning to mechanic.
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Which word is a helpful opposite or contrast for mechanic?
Customer is a useful contrast for understanding mechanic.
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muh · kan · ik · strongest beat: kan
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WordMechanic.
Partnoun.
MeaningMechanic means A mechanic fixes machines or vehicles.
ExampleExample: The mechanic fixed the bike chain.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- muh · kan · ik
- Strongest beat
- kan
- Ending
- ik
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on kan.
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Synonyms
Words like Mechanic
repairera person who fixes things
techniciana person trained to work with equipment
fixersomeone who repairs problems
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Word family
Mechanic word family
Base word
mechanic
noun
mechanics
More than one mechanic, or the study of motion and forces.
adjective
mechanical
Related to machines or moving parts.
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Hint for students
A mechanic fixes machines or vehicles.
Common mix-up
Mechanic is not the same as customer. Mechanic means a mechanic fixes machines or vehicles.
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Read this model sentence: A mechanic checked the engine before the trip. Clue words: checked, engine, trip. Underline clue words that show why mechanic fits instead of customer. Now write one new sentence that shows mechanic without using the word mechanic. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show mechanic?
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