Definition

A person, usually a man, who is skilled in making things by hand or in a particular trade.

Example

The craftsman carefully carved the wooden statue with great attention to detail.

Conversation

Did you see that beautiful furniture in the store?

Yeah, it looks like a true craftsman made it!

I wonder if they have a local craftsman who creates those pieces.

That would be cool; I'd love to meet someone with that level of skill.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Craftsman is formed from "craft" (from Old English "cræft", meaning skill or art) and "-sman" (meaning a person who). A craftsman 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' ('-sman') — that's what a craftsman is.

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