What is another word for handyperson?

Pronunciation: [hˈanda͡ɪpəsən] (IPA)

When it comes to someone who is skilled at a wide range of practical tasks and has the ability to fix things around the house, the word "handyperson" often comes to mind. However, there are several other synonyms that can be used to describe such an individual. Some other frequently used terms include "handyman," "maintenance worker," and "jack-of-all-trades." Other options include "repairman," "handywoman," "fixer," and "DIY expert." Regardless of the term used, all of these individuals possess a broad range of skills that allow them to tackle various tasks around the home and save homeowners time, money, and stress.

What are the hypernyms for Handyperson?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Famous quotes with Handyperson

  • In the past decade or so, the women's magazines have taken to running home-handyperson articles suggesting that women can learn to fix things just as well as men. These articles are apparently based on the ludicrous assumption that men know how to fix things, when in fact all they know how to do is look at things in a certain squinty-eyed manner, which they learned in Wood Shop eventually, when enough things in the home are broken, they take a job requiring them to transfer to another home.
    Dave Barry

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