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artisan

noun

ˈär-tə-zən

Definition of artisan

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 All the garments are handmade and made by artisans using foot pedal looms more than a century old and passed down through generations of artisans, the company said. — Kansas City Star, 18 Oct. 2026 In Japan during the Heian period, artisans sprinkled gold or silver powder into the lacquer. — Helena Madden, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2026 While sprawling resorts have long offered a menu of diversions, hotels are now catering to travelers’ desire for hands-on learning with immersive experiences led by local artisans. — Julia Eskins, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026 Come for the Fair Held each October, the Galena Country Fair in Grant Park is a popular two-day event featuring more than 100 artisans selling unique, high-quality handmade items. — Julia Sayers Gokhale, Midwest Living, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for artisan

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It’s crafted by these incredible artists and craftsmen who build the world with their own hands.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026
La Galerie Du 19M Shanghai Chanel’s Le19M creative hub has traveled to Shanghai for the first time with an ambitious exhibition that brings the brand’s unique production system to life via the work of Chinese artists, makers, and craftsmen.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

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