fiddler

/ˈfɪd.lər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who plays the fiddle, a stringed musical instrument.

“The old-time fiddler entertained the crowd with lively tunes.”

2. noun

A person who is skillful at finding or repairing something, especially a boat or a car.

“After years of sailing, he became a skilled fiddler of the old boat.”

3. noun

A person who is skilled at getting something from someone, especially by flattery or deceit.

“The con artist was a skilled fiddler, swindling people out of their money.”

Synonyms

  • musician
  • string-player

Antonyms

  • amateur
  • non-musician