Definition

A person who makes things skillfully by hand, often as a hobby or small business.

Example

She is a talented crafter who creates beautiful handmade jewelry.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new market for local artisans?

Yeah, I've been thinking about it since I'm a crafter myself.

That's awesome! What kind of things do you make?

Mostly handmade jewelry — I love being a crafter in my spare time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Crafter is formed from "craft" (from Old English "cræft", meaning skill or art) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A crafter is a person skilled in a particular art or craft.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has a special 'skill' ('craft') and is a 'person' ('-er') — that's what a crafter is.

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