artisanry
- noun
- /ˈɑːrtɪznəri/
- Archaic
:
artesanía
- Although many visitors seek what they regard as traditional crafts, merchants have learned that tourists are also willing to buy "folk" artisanry that does not have longstanding cultural significance.
Examples
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She admired the intricate artisanry displayed at the craft fair.
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His strong ideas about what constitutes good artisanry have made it difficult for Miguel to work with others.
Academic text (2000) -
The artisanry of the local craftsmen showcases their incredible skill in woodworking.
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His passion for artisanry drives him to create beautiful handmade pottery.
Synonyms
556
3.7
Skilled work done by hand, often as a job
32
5.0
High skill in creating and performing art, for example painting or music
30
4.1
Skill and care in making things by hand like furniture or pottery that look and work well
18
4.1
Skill in making things that look and work well, often by hand
4
3.5
An object made by hand or the skill of making things by hand
Very high skill and careful work used to make things
A handmade object made with skill
How Skillful
156
3.8
- Archaic
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Artisanry comes from artisan and the root art, which means 'skill' or 'craft'. It names the skill and the handmade products of a craftsperson, like a pottery bowl, a woven cloth, or a carved chair.