toolmaker

[ tool-mey-ker ]

noun

1. a machinist skilled in the building and reconditioning of tools, jigs, and related devices used in a machine shop.

Other Words From

• toolmaking noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of toolmaker¹

First recorded in 1835–45; tool + maker

Example Sentences

Warmer conditions between 560,000 and 620,000 years ago would have enabled the hominid toolmakers to live so far north.

From Science News

The thing is that at the time we were defined as “Man the Toolmaker,” and that’s what caused Louis to write those famous words.

From Vox

Even William Bentley, the toolmaker, romped and raced in the ankle-deep dust like a boy.

From Project Gutenberg

Carpenter, self-designated "toolmaker of Lancaster," submitted patents for the improvement of wood planes between 1831 and 1849.

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Attempts to identify an English toolmaker of that name working in the second half of the 17th century have been unsuccessful.

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Moving there in 1890, he obtained for his brother a position as toolmaker with the Ames Company.

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The other five were a filling station owner, a dentist, a toolmaker, an electrical appliance dealer and a printer.

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