craft
Plural
crafts
1
a practice requiring experience and skill, in which objects are made with one's hands
- Pottery is a craft that has been practiced for thousands of years.
- She learned the craft of weaving from her grandmother.
- The artisan's craft was evident in the intricate wood carvings.
- Traditional crafts like basket-making are dying out in modern cities.
- The market showcased local crafts, from handmade jewelry to ceramics.
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a vehicle designed for travel on water, in the air, or through space
- The rescue craft reached the stranded sailors within hours.
- NASA's newest space craft is set to launch next month.
- The harbor was filled with fishing crafts of all sizes.
- The stealth craft evaded radar detection during the mission.
- The inflatable craft was perfect for a day on the lake.
3
cleverness or shrewdness in achieving one's goals, often through subtle deception or strategy
- The spy's craft allowed him to infiltrate the organization undetected.
- She used her craft to negotiate a better deal without revealing her true intentions.
- The politician's craft in manipulating public opinion was both admired and feared.
- The thief's craft was evident in the flawless execution of the heist.
- His craft as a con artist fooled even the most cautious investors.
4
expertise or proficiency in a particular occupation or trade
- His craft as a chef earned him a Michelin star.
- She honed her craft as a violinist through years of practice.
- The blacksmith's craft was unmatched in the region.
- Writing is a craft that improves with dedication and feedback.
- The apprenticeship taught him the craft of watchmaking.
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5
a group of people who perform a specific type of skilled work
- The craft of stonemasons built the cathedral over decades.
- The craft of weavers in the village produced beautiful textiles.
- The craft of glassblowers demonstrated their techniques at the fair.
- The craft of shipbuilders was essential to the town's economy.
- The craft of silversmiths created intricate jewelry for the royal family.
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