handypeople

noun

plural of handyperson
as in doctors
a person who does general repairs or maintenance work she's a real handyperson who can fix anything around the house

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  1. doctors
  2. handymen
Noun
  • This idea changed how doctors and scientists study cognitive health by emphasizing earlier detection and lifestyle changes.
    — Richard Sima, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
  • When asked about the return of the boot, Underwood said Mirković didn’t suffer a setback but doctors wanted to be sure his foot was healing the right way.
    — Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of doctors
Noun
  • Volunteers, who can include enthusiastic tinkerers, bike repair gurus and experienced handymen, help repair flat tires, broken lamps and clothing.
    — Sophie Hartley, IndyStar, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Try running a vacation rental somewhere without reliable cleaners, handymen or a guest base.
    — Avery Carl, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of handymen
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“Handypeople.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handypeople. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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