crafter
noun
Simple meaning
Someone who participates in a particular handicraft, either as a hobby or as a small business.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈkɹæftɚ
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Definition
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noun
Someone who participates in a particular handicraft, either as a hobby or as a small business
Someone or something that crafts.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient
- Frequency
- Rare
- Typical Use
- Primarily written
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This meaning: Someone who participates in a particular handicraft, either as a hobby or as a small business
Used this way, crafter is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It turns up most in business or professional contexts.
- Emotional tone
- Neutral
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Mild
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Matter-of-fact
- Usage feel
- Neutral and straightforward
Where it naturally appears
- Business/professional
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The skilled practice of a practical occupation.
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