goldsmith

noun

gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith How to pronounce goldsmith (audio)
: one who makes or deals in articles of gold

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The annual collection recognizes the capabilities of Chanel’s specialty ateliers and artisans, from Rue Cambon ateliers to the le19M workshops — including feather workers, flower-makers, goldsmiths, shoemakers, milliners, glove-makers and tanners, embroiderers and more. Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 27 May 2026 Nearby Lost Art Jewelry sells handmade baubles by a master goldsmith. Shilo Urban, Travel + Leisure, 19 May 2026 Kelce worked with New York City goldsmith Kindred Lubeck of Artifex Fine Jewelry to design Swift’s ring. Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026 German goldsmith Otto Jakob is another TEFAF Maastricht veteran and a singular presence in the jewelry section. Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 7 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goldsmith

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of goldsmith was before the 12th century

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“Goldsmith.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/goldsmith. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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goldsmith

noun
gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith How to pronounce goldsmith (audio)
: one who makes or sells articles of gold

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Goldsmith

biographical name

Gold·​smith ˈgōl(d)-ˌsmith How to pronounce Goldsmith (audio)
Oliver 1730–1774 British author

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