tattooist

noun
UK /təˈtuː.ɪst/
US /tæˈtuː.ɪst/

A person who draws pictures on people's skin with ink and a needle.

The tattooist drew a small star on my arm.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A person who tattoos designs on skin as a profession.

She has worked as a tattooist for ten years.

3. Someone who marks skin permanently with colored ink.

The tattooist cleaned the needle before starting.

4. An artist who specializes in body art.

He hired a famous tattooist for his sleeve design.