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master mechanic

American  

noun

  1. a mechanic, especially one who is thoroughly skilled, in charge of other mechanics.


Etymology

Origin of master mechanic

First recorded in 1830–40

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A master mechanic most likely wouldn’t say that of cars.

From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 10, 2020

His dad’s friend was a master mechanic and came over to help revive the turbo station wagon.

From Washington Post ● Dec. 29, 2018

Joining Davis and Godinez was captain and master mechanic Max Friedman and photojournalist George Sweers with the St. Petersburg Times.

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 7, 2017

Past champion Dale Jarrett joined father Ned in the hall and master mechanic Maurice "Chief" Petty became the fourth member of one of NASCAR's most royal families to be selected for enshrinement.

From New York Times ● May 22, 2013

"It does, and lots of muscle, too--eh, Fairbanks?" spoke the master mechanic.

From Ralph in the Switch Tower by Allen Chapman

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