Basketwork

Pronunciation: /ˈbæskɪtˌwɜrk/

Definitions of basketwork

noun a type of work or art made by weaving together pieces of wood, reed, or other materials to create a basket-like structure

Example Sentences

A1 I bought a beautiful basketwork basket at the market.

A2 She learned how to make basketwork during her craft class.

B1 The intricate basketwork design on the vase impressed me.

B2 The artisan spent hours perfecting the basketwork on the chair.

C1 The museum displayed a collection of ancient basketwork artifacts.

C2 Her expertise in basketwork earned her recognition in the art world.

Examples of basketwork in a Sentence

formal The intricate basketwork on the table was handwoven by skilled artisans.

informal I found a beautiful basketwork basket at the local craft fair.

slang Check out the cool basketwork on that bag, it's so unique!

figurative Her words were like a delicate basketwork, weaving a story that captivated everyone.

Grammatical Forms of basketwork

• past tense: basketworked
• plural: basketworks
• comparative: more basketwork
• superlative: most basketwork
• present tense: basketworks
• future tense: will basketwork
• perfect tense: has basketworked
• continuous tense: is basketworking
• singular: basketwork
• positive degree: basketwork
• infinitive: to basketwork
• gerund: basketworking
• participle: basketworked

Origin and Evolution of basketwork

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'basketwork' is derived from the Middle English word 'basket' combined with the suffix '-work', indicating the act or result of working with baskets.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to the craft of making baskets, 'basketwork' has evolved to encompass a wider range of woven objects and techniques in various cultures around the world.