goldsmith

noun

gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith 

: one who makes or deals in articles of gold

Examples of goldsmith in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Meanwhile, there will be contemporary creations by Scottish goldsmith Andrew Lamb and Japanese artist Kayo Saito that will be presented by art dealer, Adrian Sassoon. —Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025

Francis Gelb, who founded the brand in the ’90s, grew up immersed in tableware among a family of Parisian goldsmiths and flatware makers. —Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2025

This painting becomes the center of a scheme to weaken Cosimo’s reputation, and Benvenuto Cellini, sculptor, goldsmith and all-around scoundrel, is hired to steal it — a choice that leads to some of the most hilarious high jinks in the book. —Chelsea Leu, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025

And over the years, the brand has maintained a lifelong commitment to working with the city’s renowned goldsmiths. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 6 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for goldsmith

• beckwith
• blacksmith
• forthwith
• herewith
• locksmith
• outwith
• therewith
• wherewith
• coppersmith
• hammersmith
• monolith
• silversmith

Kids Definition

goldsmith

noun

gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith 

: one who makes or sells articles of gold

Biographical Definition

Goldsmith

biographical name

Gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith 

Oliver 1730–1774 British author