toolmaking

noun

tool·​mak·​ing ˈtül-ˌmā-kiŋ 

: the action, process, or art of making tools

also : the trade of a toolmaker

Examples of toolmaking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Samson’s findings reveal how human sleep patterns became shorter, deeper and more flexible than those of our more ape-like ancestors, freeing time to spend on toolmaking, social interactions and migration around the world. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 1 June 2026

The findings also reinforce that ancient Egyptian innovation extended beyond monumental architecture to practical craftsmanship and toolmaking. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 13 Feb. 2026

The tool shows evidence of early engineering skill and material science, reinforcing that ancient Egyptian innovation extended beyond monumental architecture to practical craftsmanship and toolmaking. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 13 Feb. 2026

The earliest remains found during the excavation were 60 flint fragments produced during toolmaking, likely dating back to 4300 BC. — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 1 Dec. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for toolmaking

• awaking
• backbreaking
• bookmaking
• breathtaking
• brickmaking
• caretaking
• dressmaking
• filmmaking
• forsaking
• glassmaking
• groundbreaking
• haymaking