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Meaning of craftsman
A person who is skilled in a particular craft or activity, requiring a high level of manual skill and technical knowledge.
Etymology of craftsman
The word "craftsman" has its roots in Old English "cræft" meaning skill or art, and "man" meaning person
The term has been used since the 16th century to refer to a skilled worker or artisan
Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a wide range of skilled professions, from traditional crafts like carpentry and blacksmithing to modern technical fields like engineering and computer programming
Synonyms
artisan
tradesman
skilled worker
master craftsman
expert
skilled person
professional
specialist
journeyman
apprentice
handyman
technician
mechanic
craftsworker
maker
builder
constructor
artificer
skilled artisan
master
virtuoso
adept
skilled technician
skilled mechanic
skilled tradesperson
skilled laborer
master builder
master technician
Definitions
- A person who makes or creates something with great skill, especially with their hands
- A person who is skilled in a particular craft or activity, requiring a high level of manual skill and technical knowledge
- A person who works with their hands to create or repair something, such as a carpenter, electrician, or plumber
Usage Examples
- The craftsman spent years perfecting his trade, becoming a master woodworker
- The company hired a skilled craftsman to restore the historic building
- She was a talented craftsman, able to create beautiful furniture from raw wood
Antonyms
amateur
novice
beginner
unskilled worker
inexperienced person
incompetent person
inept person
untrained person
unsophisticated person
unrefined person
clumsy person
ineffectual person
unproductive person
inefficient person
ineffective person
nonprofessional
nonexpert
layperson
dilettante
dabbler