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craftsmanship
CEFRB2
/ˈkɹæfts.mən.ʃɪp/
noun
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In plain English
- 01
noun
The skill and care shown when making something by hand.
- 02
noun
Extra detailAn example of a craftsman's work.
Examples
That quilt is really quite a piece of work with all its fine craftsmanship.
The quality of craftsmanship in this clock company is unsurpassed.
At a glance
Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale
- Senses
- 3
- Parts of speech
- 1
- Citations
- 2
- Synonyms
- 3
Deep Dive
noun
Extra meaningThe quality of being a craftsman.
More examples
In contextThe craftsmanship on the antique chair was exquisite.
A helm of extraordinary craftsmanship, wroght with amber and gold, rested on his head.
In Venice he eats fish and vegetables. In Paris he eats cakes, because he likes the craftsmanship of their creation. “But really, I have cheap taste. I like cheese and ice cream. The sluttier the better.”
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Origin
noun
From craftsman + -ship.