technician
|tech-ni-cian|
B2
/tɛkˈnɪʃən/
technical expert
Etymology
Etymology Information
'technician' originates from the Greek word 'technikos,' where 'techne' meant 'art' or 'skill.'
Historical Evolution
'technikos' transformed into the French word 'technicien,' and eventually became the modern English word 'technician.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person skilled in art or craft,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person skilled in technical aspects.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person skilled in the technical aspects of a field or subject.
The technician repaired the computer.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39