Thesaurus results for CRAFTSMAN

craftsman

noun

ˈkraf(t)s-mən

Definition of craftsman

as in artisan

a person whose occupation requires skill with the hands if you want good work, hire a craftsman

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Recent Examples of craftsman Mongol rulers frequently relocated skilled craftsmen, artisans, and administrators throughout the empire, accelerating the spread of technical expertise. — Ethan Teekah, Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 Aug. 2026 The true masters of diminutive camping vehicles hail from Japan and South Korea, but Wellhouse Leisure is quickly establishing itself as a master craftsman of western tiny camping. — New Atlas, 13 Aug. 2026 Players also obtain a new Oni craftsman weapon called the Wind Whipper, which is a twin-bladed naginata. — Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 Bella Patina, a three-floor historic brick building stuffed with vintage sellers and craftsmen, has been a hub for antique enthusiasts in the historic West Bottoms for 15 years. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for craftsman

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Noun

Designed to showcase local businesses and artisans, the festival will feature a diverse vendor market with a wide selection of handcrafted and specialty products, the release said.

— Pioneer Press, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
The artisans and producers at the Muppets Studio are well aware of this fact.

— Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of artisan

Noun

Giannetos is the artist behind Amal’s covetable hair, who crafted more boho brunette shades of caramel-brown and deft, light layers for the lawyer and humanitarian this summer.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
Bad Bunny and several other artists scored a major win in a copyright lawsuit against them, with a federal judge reversing a previous decision that allowed the case to proceed toward trial.

— Liza Esquibias, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of artist

Noun

Most branches have maker spaces for artists looking to record music with professional studio equipment.

— Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2026
That’ll give Heights a first-round playoff advantage, which could be a difference maker in advancing to the area round in a bracket packed with talent.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of maker

Noun

When Emmy-nomination voting opened on June 11, the Emmys’ website posted PDFs for every single Emmy category, outlining every show, performer, and craftsperson eligible to be voted for.

— Joe Reid, Vulture, 20 June 2026
In the back room sits Joey Gee, a craftsperson specializing in hats and accessories for the production.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 May 2026

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