The craftsman
Example: The craftsman created beautiful furniture by hand.
Definition
"The craftsman" refers to a skilled worker who creates or repairs objects by hand, often using traditional techniques. This person is known for their expertise and attention to detail, producing high-quality, handcrafted items like furniture, tools, or art.
Etymology
The phrase "the craftsman" combines "craft," which originates from the Old English word 'cræft,' meaning strength, skill, or art, with "man," indicating a person. Historically, a craftsman was someone highly skilled in a particular trade or craft, a term that has been used since medieval times to denote artisans who produced goods by hand.
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"The craftsman" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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