smith

Meanings

• noun

  A person who makes things, especially metal objects, by heating and hammering or by using machinery.

• noun

  A craftsman who makes horseshoes, especially a farrier.

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Pronunciation

1. /smɪθ/
   
   
   
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2. /smɪθ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

metalsmith

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with smith
hymn , gym , limb , swim , trim

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Variants

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smith , smiths , Adam Smith , Smith , Alfred Emanuel Smith , Bessie Smith , Dame Maggie Smith , David Smith , George E. Smith , George Elwood Smith , John Smith , Joseph Smith , Michael Smith

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Etymology

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Old English smith, from smitan 'to strike'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'blacksmith' comes from the fact that the forge and the metal being worked were both heated to a black color.

2. The famous legend of 'The Legend of the Smith and the Devil' tells the story of a blacksmith who outwits the devil.

3. The 'smith's hammer' is a common symbol of strength and resilience.

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Related Concepts

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1. Blacksmith: A type of 'smith' who works primarily with iron and steel.

2. Farrier: A 'smith' who specializes in making and fitting horseshoes.

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Culture

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The 'smith' has been an essential figure in various cultures throughout history. In literature, the 'smith' is often used as a symbol of industry, craftsmanship, and strength. In medieval Europe, the 'smith' was a respected member of the community, and the blacksmith's forge was the center of social life.

How to Memorize "smith"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person working at a forge, striking hot metal with a hammer.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'smith' with the image of a strong, skilled craftsman.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sells Hammers Tacks' to remember the spelling of 'smith'.

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