industrial arts
noun
plural in form but singular in construction
: a subject taught in elementary and secondary schools that aims at developing manual skill and familiarity with tools and machines
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The 25-year-old organization offers classes in industrial arts such as blacksmithing and welding and is known for creating functional public artworks such as bike racks that can be found throughout Rhode Island.
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Kathleen Hill, The Providence Journal, 31 Jan. 2026
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Kathleen Hill, The Providence Journal, 31 Jan. 2026
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“Industrial arts.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/industrial%20arts. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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