handyperson

[ han-dee-pur-suhn ]

noun

1. a person who is practiced at doing maintenance work.

Gender Note

See -person.

Word History and Origins

Origin of handyperson¹

handy(man) + -person

Example Sentences

Your handyperson must have liability insurance.

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A handyperson can be a great resource to take care of small or medium tasks around your home.

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Your handyperson will be a great resource in navigating this detail.

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The handyperson you hire to fix some drywall and mount a TV might also be able to repair a leak or hang a light fixture while they’re already at your house.

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As much as a handyperson is a dabbler of all trades, don’t expect the handyperson you hired for one project to be perfect for another.

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