craftspeople

plural noun

crafts·​peo·​ple ˈkraf(t)s-ˌpē-pəl How to pronounce craftspeople (audio)
: workers who practice a trade or craft

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Between the United States and Europe, hundreds of people — in-house designers and contracted craftspeople like milliners — worked on the costumes for the wedding, including the principal guests, groom, bridesmaids, and background performers. Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 14 July 2025 Features handcrafted works by artists and craftspeople from more than a dozen states. Jake Richardson, Mercury News, 7 July 2025 The Front Market promises a weekend of discovery, showcasing a rotating lineup of over 175 independent makers, artists, designers and craftspeople hailing from across the Lone Star State. Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 Spring Gem & Jewelry Show Shop gems, minerals, crystals, pearls, jewelry, beads and craft items and more from dozens of vendors, artists and craftspeople. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for craftspeople

Word History

First Known Use

1857, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of craftspeople was in 1857

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“Craftspeople.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craftspeople. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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craftspeople

noun
crafts·​peo·​ple -ˌspē-pəl How to pronounce craftspeople (audio)
: workers who practice a trade or craft

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