smith

noun

ˈsmith 

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: a worker in metals : blacksmith

2

: maker

—often used in combination

gunsmith

tunesmith

Examples of smith in a Sentence

Ancient smiths developed the techniques needed to make metal tools.

Recent Examples on the Web

On King Street, this quietly stylish boutique showcases the talents of leather smith Cole Avery and his wife. —Carrie Honaker, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025

Forged by Hephaestus, the Greek god of smiths and artisans, Talos was said to have guarded the island of Crete, off the coast of Greece. —Sofia Giannuzzi, Smithsonian Magazine, 22 Apr. 2025

Japanese smiths have made an unfathomable number of swords and fittings. —Kevin Chroust, Outside Online, 5 Feb. 2025

Looking Ahead Ellis envisions expanding the collection and introducing educational resources for enthusiasts and aspiring smiths. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old High German smid smith and probably to Greek smilē wood-carving knife

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for smith

• frith
• myth
• pith
• stith
• with
• withe
• beckwith
• blacksmith
• forthwith
• herewith
• locksmith
• outwith

Kids Definition

smith

noun

ˈsmith 

1

: a worker in metals : blacksmith

2

: one who constructs, builds, or produces something : maker

—often used in combination

gunsmith

Biographical Definition

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Adam 1723–1790 Scottish economist

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Alfred Emanuel 1873–1944 American politician

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Bessie 1894–1937 American blues singer

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Dame Maggie 1934–     Margaret Natalie Smith British actress

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David 1906–1965 American sculptor

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George E(lwood) 1930–2025 American physicist

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John circa 1580–1631 English explorer and colonist

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Joseph 1805–1844 American founder of Mormon Church

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Michael 1932–2000 Canadian (British-born) biochemist

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Stevie 1902–1971 originally Florence Margaret Smith British poet

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Sydney 1771–1845 English essayist

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Vernon Lomax 1927–     American economist

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Walter Be*dell bə-ˈdel  1895–1961 American general and diplomat

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William 1769–1839 English geologist