Maschinist

engineer (ship's engineer), machine operator

noun ma-shi-NIST Rare

Origin: from French machiniste

Also means

stage machinery operator (theatre)

Usage Note

Maschinist on a ship maintains and operates the engines and mechanical systems of the vessel. In theatre, the Maschinist (stage machinist) operates fly systems, lifts, and stage mechanisms. Feminine: Maschinistin. The two uses are fully distinct in context.

Examples

"Der Maschinist überwachte die Maschinenanlage des Frachters."

Natural Translation

The ship's engineer monitored the engine plant of the freighter.

Literal Translation

The engineer monitored the machine-plant of the freighter.

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