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craft

/kɹɑːft/
Meanings
  • noun

    The skillful making, creating, or doing something, typically involving manual dexterity or the use of tools.

    - "She is very skilled in her craft."
    - "The potter worked at his craft for hours."
    - "He took up woodworking as a hobby and spends hours each day on his craft."
  • noun

    A trade or occupation requiring particular skills.

    - "He learned his craft as an apprentice."
    - "The jeweler took pride in his craft."
    - "The carpenter's craft is highly respected."
Pronunciation
  1. /kɹæft/



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Synonyms

art , business , handicraft , profession , trade , craftsmanship , workmanship
Rhymes
Words rhyming with craft
draft , aft , raft , laft , taft
Variants
List of all variants of craft that leads to same result
craft , crafts , crafted , crafter , crafters , crafting , craft beer , craft union , craft unions , landing craft , landing crafts , pleasure craft
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English cræft, from cræftig 'skilled, clever'.

Trivia
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  1. The term 'craft' comes from the Old English word 'cræft', which means 'skill' or 'cleverness'.

  2. There are many different types of crafts, including woodworking, pottery, weaving, and metalworking.

  3. Crafts have been a part of human civilization since ancient times, with evidence of craftsmanship dating back to the Stone Age.

  4. Many modern technologies, such as 3D printing and CNC machining, are making traditional crafts obsolete, but there is still a strong appreciation for the skill and care that goes into creating a handmade object.

  5. Craft fairs and markets are popular places to buy and sell handmade goods, and many communities have annual craft fairs or markets.

Related Concepts
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  1. Artisans: People who create things using their skill and knowledge.

  2. Craftsmanship: The skill and care put into creating an object.

  3. Trade: An occupation or business, especially one that involves making or selling things.

Culture
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Craft has been a part of human civilization since ancient times. It has been used in various forms of art, literature, and everyday life. In literature, craft is often used as a metaphor for skill or ability. In art, craftsmanship refers to the skill and care put into creating an object. In music, a craft is a piece of music or a particular style. In everyday life, people take pride in their craft, whether it be cooking, gardening, or woodworking.

How to Memorize "craft"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize the process of making something with your hands.
    - Imagine a potter working at the wheel.
    - Think about the tools and materials used in various crafts.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'craft' with the idea of skill and creativity.
    - Think of a craft fair or market.
    - Associate the word with the idea of making something with your hands.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'CRAFT' to remember the definition: Creativity, Resourcefulness, Attention to detail, Finesse, and Time.

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