1
: of, relating to, or characteristic of an artisan
artisanal skills
artisanal ingredients
2
: produced in limited quantities by an artisan through the use of traditional methods
artisanal bread/cheese/wine
also : creating a product in limited quantities by traditional methods
an artisanal winery
an artisanal cheese maker
artisanally adverb

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The cabana-style restaurant—all white rattan, sea greens and artisanal ceramics—serves simple classics such as scorpion fish all’ acqua pazza and wave-fresh John Dory before the aquamarine and indigo tie-dye of the bay. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026 The end result is that the tote has become a practical necessity for millions of Americans, and everyone from artisanal Italian leather makers to blue-chip luxury brands have lined up for a piece of the market. Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 31 Aug. 2026 Instead, try artisanal, handmade designs in neutral, earthy tones. Sheila Kim, The Spruce, 30 Aug. 2026 The finishes for the wallpaper were developed together with San Patrignano’s artisans and include effects inspired by marble, lime wash, and embossed leather, entirely handcrafted through artisanal processes. Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for artisanal

Word History

Etymology

artisan + -al entry 1

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of artisanal was in 1939

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“Artisanal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artisanal. Accessed 7 Sep. 2026.

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