goldsmith

noun

gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith 

: one who makes or deals in articles of gold

Examples of goldsmith in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The pure gold ring was likely made locally, BTA reported, possibly at one of the goldsmith shops in the nearby Roman city of Ratiaria, now known as the village of Archar — also a location of ongoing archaeological interest. —Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025

Manuscripts are things of goat vellum and iron-gall ink, but even print bares the marks of embodiment, that Renaissance device constructed by goldsmiths, who worked with the metal of type, and vintners who understood how to use a press. —Literary Hub, 24 Nov. 2025

Nearby Lost Art Jewelry sells handmade baubles by a master goldsmith. —Shilo Urban, Travel + Leisure, 22 Nov. 2025

The design is Lil Milan’s first venture into combining tech and jewelry and marks another evolutionary step for the brand Varetta launched in 2014 with the mission of modernizing traditional goldsmith craftsmanship. —Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Nov. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for goldsmith

• beckwith
• blacksmith
• forthwith
• herewith
• locksmith
• outwith
• therewith
• wherewith
• coppersmith
• hammersmith
• monolith
• silversmith

Kids Definition

goldsmith

noun

gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith 

: one who makes or sells articles of gold

Biographical Definition

Goldsmith

biographical name

Gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith 

Oliver 1730–1774 British author