artisanal

adjective

ar·​ti·​san·​al ˈär-tə-zə-nᵊl How to pronounce artisanal (audio)
-sə-,
-ˌza-;
är-ˈti-sə-nᵊl How to pronounce artisanal (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or characteristic of an artisan
artisanal skills
artisanal ingredients
2
: produced in limited quantities by an artisan through the use of traditional methods
artisanal bread/cheese/wine
also : creating a product in limited quantities by traditional methods
an artisanal winery
an artisanal cheese maker
artisanally adverb

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Her home takes its cues from Milan design, mixing vintage and artisanal pieces, a style Elsesser has been drawn to since her many travels to Italy’s fashion capital. Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025 In 2016, High West was acquired by Constellation Brands, allowing for broader distribution and expansion while still maintaining the artisanal spirit the brand is known for. High West Bourbon, 46% ABV, 750 ml. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 Elements unique to Fletcher’s new journey would be the infusion of Chinese artisanal techniques. Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 22 Jan. 2025 The artisanal panadería that focuses on heirloom grains and local sourcing was a nominee for the award last year but lost to Zu Bakery in Portland, Maine. Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 22 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for artisanal 

Word History

Etymology

artisan + -al entry 1

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of artisanal was in 1939

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“Artisanal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artisanal. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.

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