artisan
noun · adjective
Simple meaning
A skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈɑɹtəzən
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Definition
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noun
A skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft
A skilled manual worker who uses tools and machinery in a particular craft.
A person who displays great dexterity.
adjective
Artisanal.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Typical Use
- Neutral / general English
More ways to use artisan
- “The artisan carefully crafted beautiful pottery by hand.”noun
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A skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft.
Someone who is skilled in their trade.
One who is highly skilled at one's trade.
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Lien permitting an artisan to retain possession of a piece of work until has been paid for.
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