Definition

The activity or skill of making things from wood, especially building structures like furniture or houses.

Example

He learned carpentering from his father and now builds beautiful furniture.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about carpentering as a hobby?

Actually, I have! It sounds really interesting and creative.

Yeah, I think making furniture could be so rewarding.

Definitely! Plus, you can customize everything to your taste.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Carpentering is derived from "carpenter" (from Old French *carpentier*, meaning a worker in wood) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The term "carpentering" refers to the action or process of working with wood as a carpenter does.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'carpenter' as someone who works with wood, and the '-ing' shows that it's the action of doing that work. So, carpentering means the act of working with wood.

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