SHIPFITTER


Meaning of SHIPFITTER in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' ship- ˌ fi-t ə r

Function: noun

Date: 1941

1 : one that fits together the structural members of ships and puts them into position for riveting or welding

2 : a naval enlisted man who works in sheet metal and performs the work of a plumber aboard ship

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