carpentry
noun
car·pen·try
ˈkär-pən-trē 
1
: the art or trade of a carpenter
specifically
: the art of shaping and assembling structural woodwork
2
: timberwork constructed by a carpenter
3
: the form or manner of putting together the parts (as of a literary or musical composition)
Examples of carpentry in a Sentence
He learned carpentry from his father.
When the carpentry is finished, the cabinets will be installed.
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Working as a carpenter requires hands-on experience, although classes in woodworking and apprenticeships can help with developing carpentry skills.
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Sarah Bregel, Parents, 23 July 2025
The firm was founded in 1930 as a carpentry business and evolved in modern times into a physical and omnichannel hub for design.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 10 July 2025
These procedures typically involve the use of rods, screws, and precise bony carpentry, such as osteotomies, to realign the spine.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
The skills taught in the program cover the basics of carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and drywall installation.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 26 June 2025
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Sarah Bregel, Parents, 23 July 2025
The firm was founded in 1930 as a carpentry business and evolved in modern times into a physical and omnichannel hub for design.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 10 July 2025
These procedures typically involve the use of rods, screws, and precise bony carpentry, such as osteotomies, to realign the spine.
—Richard Menger Md Mpa, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
The skills taught in the program cover the basics of carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and drywall installation.
—Pat Maio, Oc Register, 26 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for carpentry
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“Carpentry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/carpentry. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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carpentry
noun
car·pen·try
ˈkär-pən-trē
ˈkärp-ᵊm-trē
: the work or trade of a carpenter
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