as in craftsman
a person whose occupation requires skill with the hands
we visited a re-created 19th-century New England village that features an array of artisans—a cooper, a carpenter, a blacksmith, a potter, a glassblower
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Recent Examples of artisan
The market is family-friendly and a great way to support local artisans while enjoying a relaxed evening downtown.
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Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2025
Each of the cotton-linen blend blankets is entirely handcrafted by skilled artisans, and therefore so unique that no quilt is exactly the same.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
The finished products are cast in ceramic, gold, titanium, steel, or chromium cobalt, then glazed by local artisans to match the patient’s teeth and gums.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 28 July 2025
During Diwali, the annual Festival of Lights, artisans receive annual bonuses, with top performers earning higher rewards for exceptional work.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
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Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 1 Aug. 2025
Each of the cotton-linen blend blankets is entirely handcrafted by skilled artisans, and therefore so unique that no quilt is exactly the same.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
The finished products are cast in ceramic, gold, titanium, steel, or chromium cobalt, then glazed by local artisans to match the patient’s teeth and gums.
—Burkhard Bilger, New Yorker, 28 July 2025
During Diwali, the annual Festival of Lights, artisans receive annual bonuses, with top performers earning higher rewards for exceptional work.
—Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for artisan
craftsman
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The property features furniture by designer Rick Owens and one-of-a-kind decor by local Greek craftsmen.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Wyle said the show benefits from local craftsmen, citing Rob Nary, the special effects coordinator, whose father and grandfather also worked in the same craft.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
2 July 2025
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“Artisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/artisan. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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