artisan
noun
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Artisans aren't the same as artists, but it can sometimes be hard to tell the difference. In the Middle Ages, artisans organized themselves into guilds. In every city each group of artisans—weavers, carpenters, shoemakers, and so on—had its own guild, which set wages and prices, kept standards high, and protected its members from outside competitors. In America, however, most artisans have always been fiercely independent. Today, when factories produce almost all of our goods, artisans usually make only fine objects for those who can afford them. And we now even include food among the artisan's crafts, so you can buy artisanal cheeses, breads, and chocolates—but probably not if you're watching your budget.
Examples of artisan in a Sentence
Leigh Ann Henion, Southern Living, 13 Apr. 2025
But somehow, being in the middle of the action gave me an entirely new appreciation for the amount of work that goes into production, and the artisans who do it.
—Michael Schneider, Variety, 11 Apr. 2025
Martin additionally worked with artisans of Signa, Tuscany to craft handwoven raffia coasters and placemats that spotlight heritage techniques passed down for generations.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025
Unlike the hotel industry—where the largest chains may differ in size by a factor of 100—the range of experience providers spans from small, independent artisans to global brands like Disney.
—Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
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“Artisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artisan. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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