handyperson

noun

as in handyman
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. handyman
  2. doctor
Noun
  • Privacy is included with a chef, maid, butler, and handyman for any errands and such.
    — Datwon Thomas, VIBE.com, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Brian Thure fraudulently hired personal service workers through Taylor Farms, including a personal chef, personal driver, handyman, personal trainer, aquarium and maintenance attendant, the lawsuit alleges.
    — James Powel, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of handyman
Noun
  • Hughes says that miscarriage concerns are common for pregnant women and that doctors are constantly discussing risks and benefits with their patients.
    — Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Wray said doctors told the family that only about 20% of her son's brain is functioning.
    — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of doctor
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“Handyperson.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handyperson. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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