artisanal

adjective

ar·​ti·​san·​al ˈär-tə-zə-nᵊl 

-sə-, 

-ˌza-;

är-ˈti-sə-nᵊl 

1

: of, relating to, or characteristic of an artisan

artisanal skills

artisanal ingredients

2

: produced in limited quantities by an artisan through the use of traditional methods

artisanal bread/cheese/wine

also : creating a product in limited quantities by traditional methods

an artisanal winery

an artisanal cheese maker

artisanally adverb

Examples of artisanal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

While some jewelers have turned to Fairtrade and Fairmined gold, those certifications apply only to small-scale artisanal mining, and often come at a premium, notes Charlie. —Jill Newman, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2026

The breakfast buffet at the main restaurant is a feast of local specialties—cakes, cheeses, and jams—all sourced from small, artisanal producers. —Gisela Williams, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026

The designer honors his Azerbaijani heritage, working with artisans from across Azerbaijan and Georgia to create rich, unique textures, while helping to support rural communities and preserve fading artisanal skills. —Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 30 Jan. 2026

Given its location in Chelsea, a neighborhood now known for its galleries, artisanal food market, and the High Line, the hotel seems to attract all types who appreciate their culture with a bit of buzz and edge. —Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026

Word History

Etymology

artisan + -al entry 1

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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