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machinist

ma·chin·ist [ mə shnist ] (plural ma·chin·ists)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. somebody who machines something: somebody whose job involves machining something or operating a machine or machine tool, especially in a factory

2. machine maker or repairer: somebody who makes or repairs machines

3. U.S. Navy position: a naval petty officer who is assigned to a ship's engine room

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