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Artisans Skilled Worker Craftsperson Fair Examples Carving Pottery

word artisan
definition A skilled worker or craftsperson.
eg_sentence At the fair, they saw examples of the best carving, pottery, and jewelry by local artisans.
explanation 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
IPA ˈɑrtəzən

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