Thesaurus results for HANDICRAFT

handicraft

noun

ˈhan-di-ˌkraft

Definition of handicraft

as in craft

an occupation requiring skillful use of the hands volunteers demonstrating early American handicrafts, such as blacksmithing, glassblowing, and weaving

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Recent Examples of handicraft This multi-day celebration of culture, community, and fun fills Lansing’s downtown corridor with delicious flavor, handicrafts, soulful live music, and even nail-biting lucha libre wrestling. — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 15 Sep. 2026 Former homes are now occupied by spice warehouses and stores selling antiques and handicrafts. — ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026 As far as Athena goes, the name is of Greek origin and belonged to the goddess of wisdom, strategic warfare and handicrafts, while Rose, like the flower, symbolizes love, beauty and passion. — Andrea Wurzburger, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 The entire city revolves around a traditional plaza where arts and handicrafts are still sold to this day. — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for handicraft

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Large openings cut through each level’s floor plates help accommodate the impressive craft while providing perspectives from all angles, even above.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Hundreds around her will also be celebrating and remembering as well while participating in activities that include art, music, crafts.

— Pamela McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of craft

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In Minor Black Figures, Taylor casts a sharp gaze on the New York art scene through the eyes of Wyeth, a young Black painter caught in the throes of creative struggle.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026
During the first weekend of every month, certain cardholders can experience art, culture and history at no cost.

— Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado Updated October 26, Sacbee.com, 26 Oct. 2026

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Trucks have piled up at borders as Iran's trade shifts to overland.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
That view is held by 59% of employers in information, 53% in financial activities, and 49% each in trade, transportation and utilities and in education and health services.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026

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