craftsman

noun

crafts·​man ˈkraf(t)s-mən 

plural craftsmen

1

: a person and especially a man who practices a trade or handicraft as a job

The router offers a wide range of speeds and is designed for the cabinetmaker, solid surface fabricator and other craftsmen.

—Wood & Wood Products

2

: a person and especially a man who is skilled in a craft (see craft entry 1 sense 2a)

… a genuine craftsman with an ear for dialogue and, more importantly, an understanding of the human heart.

—Wes Lukowsky

craftsmanlike

ˈkraf(t)s-mən-ˌlīk 

adjective

craftsmanly

ˈkraf(t)s-mən-lē 

adjective

craftsmanship

ˈkraf(t)s-mən-ˌship 

noun

compare craftsperson, craftswoman

Synonyms

• artificer
• artisan
• crafter
• craftsperson
• handcraftsman
• handicrafter
• handicraftsman
• handworker
• tradesman

Examples of craftsman in a Sentence

Skilled craftsmen carved the enormous mantel.

He is a master craftsman who works with marble.

As a writer he has developed into a true craftsman.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Artisan Technician: A Fusion Of Skills Workers in the home service vertical are craftsmen who blend technical know-how with artistic insight. —Steven Rogall, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024

The interior is the work of master craftsmen who have created spaces featuring 24-karat-gold ceilings, intricate metalwork, and carved columns of Portuguese marble. —Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024

According to biblical tradition, King Hiram of Tyre sent materials and craftsmen to help with the construction of Solomon’s Temple in Jerusalem around 957 B.C., a key moment in Jewish history. —Daniele Hamamdjian, NBC News, 17 Nov. 2024

Related Articles The service platform is designed to connect consumers with a penchant for exceptional, original and long-lasting products to a global network of seasoned, independent craftsmen and women. —Miles Socha, WWD, 2 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

craftsman

noun

crafts·​man ˈkraf(t)-smən 

1

: one who practices a trade or handicraft : artisan

2

: a highly skilled worker

craftsmanship

-ˌship 

noun