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craftspeople

plural noun

crafts·​peo·​ple ˈkraf(t)s-ˌpē-pəl How to pronounce craftspeople (audio)
Synonyms of craftspeoplenext
: workers who practice a trade or craft

Examples of craftspeople in a Sentence

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Take a stroll through the Old Town Artisan Village, where local craftspeople showcase their unique creations, perfect for finding one-of-a-kind gifts. Kirby Adams, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Dec. 2025 The pride among the craftspeople at the manufacture was palpable. Thor Svaboe, Robb Report, 24 Nov. 2025 The windows are meant to unfold like the chapters in a book, with Philo awakening from a deep sleep and bringing Solomeo back to life, with craftspeople working once again and people living in harmony with nature and the seasons. Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 21 Nov. 2025 Each blanket is manufactured in Austin, Texas, by skilled craftspeople. Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 18 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for craftspeople

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of craftspeople was in 1857

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“Craftspeople.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craftspeople. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.

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craftspeople

noun
crafts·​peo·​ple -ˌspē-pəl How to pronounce craftspeople (audio)
: workers who practice a trade or craft

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