as in artisans
a person whose occupation requires skill with the hands
if you want good work, hire a craftsman
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of craftsmen
Fast forward some three decades and today, Orms and his team of craftsmen have emerged as arguably the industry’s most esteemed engravers.
—
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Adventures have taken children and parents from the Caribbean to India to Japan, bringing local storytellers, craftsmen, and guides into the narrative.
—Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The idea that these were real artisans and craftsmen, this traveling puppet show with these massive, moving puppets was very interesting to us early on.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 19 Jan. 2026
But there are severe constraints in power availability, material, equipment, and—perhaps most significantly—a lack of engineers, technicians, and skilled craftsmen that could turn the data center boom into a bust.
—IEEE Spectrum, 17 Jan. 2026
These directors weren’t craftsmen (how directors in previous generations thought of themselves) but artists; weren’t making entertainment (how directors in previous generations thought of their work) but art.
—Lili Anolik, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
Neon also can’t be manufactured by a machine and requires skilled craftsmen to be created, Tina Weseloh said.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
The physical sequence to make a pattern was first programmed by craftsmen using threads or bamboo sticks.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
As did solo master craftsmen, like Philippe Dufour.
—Jon Wertheim, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025
Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
Adventures have taken children and parents from the Caribbean to India to Japan, bringing local storytellers, craftsmen, and guides into the narrative.
—Daniel Scheffler, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The idea that these were real artisans and craftsmen, this traveling puppet show with these massive, moving puppets was very interesting to us early on.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 19 Jan. 2026
But there are severe constraints in power availability, material, equipment, and—perhaps most significantly—a lack of engineers, technicians, and skilled craftsmen that could turn the data center boom into a bust.
—IEEE Spectrum, 17 Jan. 2026
These directors weren’t craftsmen (how directors in previous generations thought of themselves) but artists; weren’t making entertainment (how directors in previous generations thought of their work) but art.
—Lili Anolik, Vanity Fair, 12 Jan. 2026
Neon also can’t be manufactured by a machine and requires skilled craftsmen to be created, Tina Weseloh said.
—Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
The physical sequence to make a pattern was first programmed by craftsmen using threads or bamboo sticks.
—Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 2 Jan. 2026
As did solo master craftsmen, like Philippe Dufour.
—Jon Wertheim, CBS News, 8 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for craftsmen
Noun
-
Mendo Farms partners with sustainable California farm and culinary artisans and changes the menu seasonally.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
-
Turquoise Mountain, which was founded by the King in Afghanistan in 2006, has supported artisans and communities to protect and revitalize cultural heritage for 20 years.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Just hours after the 230 artists and storytellers who are up for this year’s Academy Awards got together at the annual Oscar Nominees Luncheon, The Hollywood Reporter kept the awards season festivities going with a Nominees Night celebration.—
Kirsten Chuba,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Feb. 2026
-
Again, the driving force for me has always been about supporting the artists.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
-
Across lead and supporting categories, the field is defined by generational clashes, overdue narratives, potential history-makers and a few spoilers who could upend what pundits and awards enthusiasts are expecting.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2026
-
Small Kitchen Appliances Small kitchen appliances like waffle makers and slow cookers can take up precious cabinet and counter space.—
Kaylei Fear,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Feb. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Craftsmen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/craftsmen. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
