Learn English – What do you call someone who repairs punctures

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Is there a term specifically used colloquially or formally to refer to a person who mends punctures in tires of e.g. cars, bicycles, bikes, etc.

Best Answer

Consider the colloquialism, tire monkey.

monkey: (slang) a menial employee who does a repetitive job, as in code monkey, grease monkey, phone monkey, powder monkey. Wiktionary

I would assume that the term can be perceived as offensive and/or derogatory, depending on context.