handicraft
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diˌkræft, -ˌkrɑft
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handicraft (ˈhændɪˌkrɑːft) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | skill or dexterity in working with the hands |
| 2. | a particular skill or art performed with the hands, such as weaving, pottery, etc |
| 3. | Also called: handcraft the work produced by such a skill or art: local handicraft is on sale |
| [C15: changed from | |
| 'handicraftsman | |
| —n | |
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Handicraft
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Etymonline
Word Origin & History
handicraft
O.E. handcræft "skill of the hand," later hændecraft (c.1200).
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Example sentences
The handicraft market has begun to expand into export markets for a range of products.
Buy fresh fruit, fish and meat or browse the handicraft stalls for locally produced arts and crafts.
She directs us up to the handicraft shop and disappears to prepare for the service.
Other recipients of the award included agriculturalists and artisan and handicraft producers.
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