Craftsman

Pronunciation: /kræftsmən/

Definitions of craftsman

noun a person who is skilled in a particular craft or trade

Example Sentences

A1 The craftsman made a beautiful wooden chair.

A2 The craftsman carefully carved intricate designs into the metal.

B1 The craftsman skillfully repaired the antique clock.

B2 The craftsman's attention to detail was evident in every piece he created.

C1 The craftsman's reputation for excellence spread far and wide.

C2 The craftsman's work was considered a masterpiece in the art world.

Examples of craftsman in a Sentence

formal The craftsman meticulously carved intricate designs into the wooden furniture.

informal My neighbor is a talented craftsman who can fix just about anything.

slang That guy is a real craftsman when it comes to fixing cars.

figurative She was a true craftsman of words, weaving together beautiful stories with ease.

Grammatical Forms of craftsman

• past tense: crafted
• plural: craftsmen
• comparative: more skilled
• superlative: most skilled
• present tense: crafts
• future tense: will craft
• perfect tense: have crafted
• continuous tense: is crafting
• singular: craftsman
• positive degree: skilled
• infinitive: to craft
• gerund: crafting
• participle: crafting

Origin and Evolution of craftsman

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'craftsman' originated from the Middle English term 'craftesman', which was derived from the Old English word 'cræftsmann'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a skilled worker or artisan, the term 'craftsman' has evolved to encompass a broader range of skilled individuals in various trades and professions.