craftsmanship
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mən, ˈkrɑfts- noun, plural crafts·men.
1.
a person who practices or is highly skilled in a craft; artisan.
2.
an artist.
Origin:
1325–75; Middle English craftes man man of skill, earlier craftman; compare Old English cræftiga craftsman, workman (derivative of cræftig crafty)
1325–75; Middle English craftes man man of skill, earlier craftman; compare Old English cræftiga craftsman, workman (derivative of cræftig crafty)
Related forms
crafts·man·like, adjective
crafts·man·ly, adjective
crafts·man·ship, noun
Synonyms
1. artificer, handicraftsman.
1. artificer, handicraftsman.
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craftsman (ˈkrɑːftsmən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -men | |
| 1. | a member of a skilled trade; someone who practises a craft; artisan |
| 2. | Also called: craftswoman an artist skilled in the techniques of an art or craft |
| 'craftsmanlike | |
| —adj | |
| 'craftsmanly | |
| —adj | |
| 'craftsmanship | |
| —n | |
| craftsman (ˈkrɑːftsmən) | |
| —n , pl -men | |
| 1. | a member of a skilled trade; someone who practises a craft; artisan |
| 2. | Also called: craftswoman an artist skilled in the techniques of an art or craft |
| 'craftsmanlike | |
| —adj | |
| 'craftsmanly | |
| —adj | |
| 'craftsmanship | |
| —n | |
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Example sentences
The craftsmanship is neither slovenly nor distinguished.
They're a sophisticated blend of craftsmanship and engineering.
By observing the highest standards of craftsmanship.
The unique products featured in this website represent some of the finest craftsmanship available today.
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