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craftsmanship

[ krafts-muhn-ship, krahfts- ]

noun

  1. the art or skill of a craftsperson:

    Sophisticated craftsmanship created a wide range of stone artifacts and bone tools such as awls, fishhooks, and needles, as well as beads and pendants made from imported shell and copper.

    The author's craftsmanship is evident in her portrayal of the nail-biting tension between the characters.

  2. the quality of being well-crafted or well-built:

    Among the examples of fine craftsmanship in this barn are the lap joints and the decorative louvered windows.

    Her exquisite hats are distinguished by their precision construction, unparalleled craftsmanship, and unique designs.

  3. the product or result of skilled labor or craft:

    There are several markets offering fruits, vegetables, and traditional craftsmanship.



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“I got the weaver to use his craftsmanship on modern silhouettes we designed,” he said.

Cuban cigars are world-renowned for their quality and craftsmanship, and Americans have loved this major Cuban export for decades.

These skills, coupled with the craftsmanship learned in art school, have all helped his most recent endeavors.

One thing that has connected the collections this season, however, is the sheer beauty and craftsmanship of the clothing.

India was chosen as the location for the launch event because of its strong tradition in artisan craftsmanship.

The form is so perfect, mature, and full of style—in the sense that the intention and craftsmanship are everywhere concealed.

A story of absorbing interest turning on a complicated plot worked out with dexterous craftsmanship.

Let me point out that this scene is another example of Wagner's stage craftsmanship at its best.

But the music is by no means uniformly of Wagner's best; for pages on pages his sheer craftsmanship fairly gallops away with him.

There is a certain new force about the story, a kind of master-craftsmanship and mental dominance that holds the reader.

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