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
Wood & Wood Products2
: 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
Wes Lukowskycompare craftsperson, craftswoman
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.
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And since each new launch also takes thousands of skilled craftsman, shipbuilders and technology experts to build.
—Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Along with craftsman and modern houses, ranches have appreciated by 43%, showing that there’s still plenty of demand for these reliable styles.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025
However, all opinions, analysis, and commentary are entirely my own—based on my experience as a leather expert and craftsman.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
The craftsmen keeping traditional carousels alive The grassroots movement to restore and maintain antique carousels created a steady stream of work for a small group of skilled artisans.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
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Bill Springer, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
Along with craftsman and modern houses, ranches have appreciated by 43%, showing that there’s still plenty of demand for these reliable styles.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2025
However, all opinions, analysis, and commentary are entirely my own—based on my experience as a leather expert and craftsman.
—Kati Chitrakorn, CNN Money, 13 June 2025
The craftsmen keeping traditional carousels alive The grassroots movement to restore and maintain antique carousels created a steady stream of work for a small group of skilled artisans.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 26 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for craftsman
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“Craftsman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craftsman. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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craftsman
noun
crafts·man
ˈkraf(t)-smən
1
: one who practices a trade or handicraft : artisan
2
: a highly skilled worker
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