Machinist

/məˈʃiːnɪst/ noun

A machinist is a skilled worker who operates and often repairs machines, especially those that cut and shape metal parts. They use precise tools to create pieces used in engines, tools, and other equipment.

Formed from 'machine' plus the suffix '-ist,' which marks a person who works with or specializes in something. The role became more defined during the Industrial Revolution as machine work became a specialized trade.

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