Definition of blacksmith
: a smith who forges iron
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The 1890 building has been used as a blacksmith shop, a livery stable, a lunchroom, a county health department and the dry cleaner.
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Placerville’s occupations in 1865 included a butcher, four bakers, a tinsmith, five carpenters, two lumber dealers, two boot and shoemakers, three stable keepers, four blacksmiths, four jewelers and five general storekeepers.
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The smallest town now has its Daguerrian gallery, and even at the cross roads — where stood but a solitary blacksmith’s shop . .
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Located on a hilly piece of ground on St. John’s Lane in Ellicott City, the cemetery was near the home of William Whipps, a blacksmith.
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Buildings from the farm remain, including a hog barn that is now a petting zoo and a blacksmith shop that's part of a museum.
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Be sure to allow plenty of time to tour the blacksmith shop, the stables and C.S Fly’s Photo Gallery.
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The new sledges are available in 4-, 6-, 8-, 10-, and 12-pound versions and are designed to fit the needs of blacksmiths, contractors, and demolition experts.
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The afternoon began with a demonstration at the settlement's blacksmith shop, where visitors emerged with an S-hook that would be used in a craft activity to follow.
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Origin and Etymology of blacksmith
from a distinction between black metal (iron) and white metal (tin)
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First Known Use: 13th century
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Definition of blacksmith for English Language Learners
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: a person who makes or repairs things made of iron (such as horseshoes)
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Definition of blacksmith for Students
: a person who makes or repairs things made out of iron
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