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tin basher
What does tin basher mean?
Trades nickname for a sheet metal worker — the crew cutting, bending and riveting ducting, flashings and metal panels. The American equivalent is 'tin knocker'. Name comes from the literal sound of hammering thin gauge steel into shape.
"Get the tin basher in before the ceiling goes up — we still need the HVAC trunk run."
Frequently asked questions
What does "tin basher" mean?
It's a term for a sheet metal worker — anyone fabricating or fitting ductwork and metal.
How do you use "tin basher" in a sentence?
"We've got a tin basher coming in to run the new ductwork."
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