craftsmanship

Language: en

🇺🇸 /ˈkræftsməˌnʃɪp/

📖 Definitions

  1. noun
    The quality of design and work shown in something made by hand; skill and artistry in making things.; The skill, technique, or art of a craftsman; the ability to produce high-quality work.; The quality of workmanship exhibited in a finished product, whether handmade or manufactured.; Skill and expertise applied in any creative or intellectual endeavor, such as writing, music, or architecture.; The collective body of knowledge, methods, and traditions associated with a particular craft or trade.

🔗 Details

Word forms

uncountable

Collocations

fine craftsmanshipquality craftsmanshipexquisite craftsmanshippoor craftsmanshipsuperior craftsmanshiptraditional craftsmanship

Derivatives

craftsmancraftswomancraftcraftycraftilycraftiness

Synonyms

workmanshipartistryskillexpertisemasteryhandiwork

Antonyms

incompetenceineptitude

Commonly confused

craft
EN: 'Craft' is the skill, trade, or activity itself; 'craftsmanship' is the quality or degree of skill demonstrated in the work produced.
workmanship
EN: 'Workmanship' is nearly synonymous but slightly broader, referring to the quality of any work done; 'craftsmanship' often implies a higher standard of artisanal skill.

Spelling tips

EN: Remember the 's' is retained from 'craftsman' — it is 'craftsmanship', not 'craftmanship'.

💬 Examples

  1. The craftsmanship of the hand-carved furniture was evident in every intricate detail.

  2. Her craftsmanship as a potter has been refined over thirty years of practice.

  3. The craftsmanship of this luxury watch is second to none.

  4. The novel displays remarkable craftsmanship in its narrative structure and prose style.

  5. The guild was dedicated to preserving the craftsmanship of medieval stonemasonry.