draftsperson
- noun
- /ˈdræftspɜrsən/
- Specialized
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delineante
- As a draftsperson, she meticulously designed the layout of the machinery.
Examples
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We were just learning the very basics of figure drawing and still life, which was a fantastic education for me as an artist and as a draftsperson.
Blog text (19) -
In order to emphasize that this draftsperson draws "per scientiam," not by mere imitation of nature.
Academic text (2007) -
As any draftsperson knows, when two parties negotiating a document agree on a principle, but one side feels that the text of the document does not express the principle clearly enough, the other side rarely finds it worthwhile to insist on the adequacy of the text; the usual solution is to make the document clearer still.
Academic text (2000) -
The draftsperson created detailed blueprints for the new office building.
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He worked as a draftsperson, specializing in architectural designs for residential homes.
Synonyms
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A person who draws detailed plans for buildings or machines
A woman who draws detailed plans for buildings or machines
A person who draws detailed plans for buildings or machines
A person who makes accurate technical drawings for buildings or machines
How Skilled
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Etymology
The word draftsperson combines draft ('a drawing' or 'plan') and person, so it literally means someone who makes drawings. Think of a skilled worker who draws the clear plans used to build houses or machines, which is why a draftsperson prepares precise technical drawings.