shipfitter


ship·fit·ter

noun \ˈship-ˌfi-tər\

Definition of SHIPFITTER

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

First Known Use of SHIPFITTER

1941

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