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technician
noun tech·ni·cian \tek-ˈni-shən\
: a person whose job relates to the practical use of machines or science in industry, medicine, etc.
: someone who has mastered the basic techniques or skills in a sport, an art, etc.
Full Definition of TECHNICIAN
1
: a specialist in the technical details of a subject or occupation <a computer technician>
2
: one who has acquired the technique of an art or other area of specialization <a superb technician and a musician of integrity — Irving Kolodin>
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First Known Use of TECHNICIAN
1833
Rhymes with TECHNICIAN
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TECHNICIAN Defined for Kids
technician
noun tech·ni·cian \tek-ˈni-shən\
Definition of TECHNICIAN for Kids
: a person skilled in the details or techniques of a subject, art, or job <A dental technician helps the dentist.>
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technician
noun tech·ni·cian \tek-ˈnish-ən\
Medical Definition of TECHNICIAN
: a specialist in the technical details of a subject or occupation <a medical technician>
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