carpenter

Meanings

• noun

  A person who constructs, repairs, or installs structures made of wood, using tools and skills such as sawing, measuring, and woodworking.

  - "John is a skilled carpenter."
  - "The carpenter built a beautiful wooden table."

• noun

  A person who works in wood, especially as a craftsman.

  - "My grandfather was a carpenter by trade."
  - "The carpenter's shop was filled with the smell of fresh wood."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɑː.pən.tə/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

chippy , joiner , carpent

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with carpenter
caper , raper , taper

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Variants

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carpenter , carpenters , carpentered , carpentering , carpenter ant , carpenter ants , carpenter bee , carpenter bees

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Etymology

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From Middle English carpen, from Old North French carper, from Latin carpere 'to pluck'.

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Trivia

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1. The carpenter's square is a common tool used in carpentry.

2. The term 'carpenter ant' refers to a large species of ant that can cause significant damage to structures.

3. The famous quote 'Measuring is knowing.' is often attributed to Galileo Galilei but is also relevant to carpenters.

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Related Concepts

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1. woodworking: The art or skill of making items primarily using wood as a material.

2. construction: The process of building or creating structures, usually large projects.

3. furniture making: The process of creating furniture, often using woodworking techniques.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'carpenter' has been used as a metaphor for a skilled craftsman, representing diligence, precision, and creativity. In art, carpenters have been depicted in various paintings and sculptures, highlighting their role in constructing and shaping structures. In music, the term 'carpenter' has not been used extensively, but there is a popular song titled 'The Carpenter' by the Bee Gees.

How to Memorize "carpenter"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person wearing a tool belt, working on a wooden table with various tools such as a saw, hammer, and measuring tape.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'carpenter' with the image of a skilled craftsman, creating beautiful structures using wood.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'Cuts And Hammers People Everyday' to remember the meaning of carpenter.

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