craftspeople

plural noun

crafts·​peo·​ple ˈkraf(t)s-ˌpē-pəl How to pronounce craftspeople (audio)
: workers who practice a trade or craft

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Throughout the various rooms, different craftspeople showcased their skills—creating rosettes, engaging in leatherwork, and making Roger Vivier’s signature square buckles. Kristen Bateman, Vogue, 8 Mar. 2025 An effect inspired by the idea that metal is not a static material, the finish is created as craftspeople apply multiple layers of an oxidizing solution to the panels, resulting in an ethereal, painterly appearance. Rachel Gallaher, Robb Report, 8 Mar. 2025 Onsite craftspeople from Burberry’s factory in Castelford, Yorkshire, are on hand to spiff up trenchcoats or repair cashmere scarves with custom embroidery or darning. Violet Goldstone, WWD, 7 Mar. 2025 Other prominent craftspeople have received an impressive amount of noms without a win. Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for craftspeople

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First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of craftspeople was in 1857

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“Craftspeople.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craftspeople. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.

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craftspeople

noun
crafts·​peo·​ple -ˌspē-pəl How to pronounce craftspeople (audio)
: workers who practice a trade or craft

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