The craftsman
Example: The craftsman designed the wooden chair with great skill.
Definition
"The craftsman" refers to a skilled worker who creates or repairs items by hand, often using traditional techniques. This person applies expertise and precision in making objects, such as furniture or tools, demonstrating creativity and technical ability.
Etymology
The phrase "the craftsman" combines "craft," from Old English 'cræft,' meaning skill or strength, with "man," denoting a person. Historically, a craftsman was someone who mastered a particular trade, often passing skills through apprenticeships. Did you know that the term highlights the value of manual expertise in historical communities?
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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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