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basketry

American  
[bas-ki-tree, bah-ski-] / ˈbæs kɪ tri, ˈbɑ skɪ- /

noun

  1. baskets collectively; basketwork.

  2. the art or process of making baskets.


basketry British  
/ ˈbɑːskɪtrɪ /

noun

  1. the art or practice of making baskets

  2. baskets collectively

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Etymology

Origin of basketry

First recorded in 1850–55; basket + -ry

Example Sentences

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The culture had rich traditions of storytelling, basketry, embroidery and jewelry-making, but many initially had difficulty adjusting to Western life due to cultural and language differences as well as a lack of formal education.

From Seattle Times

"Maybe for textile work, leather work or basketry - they're pulling something through their front teeth."

From BBC

A long and unfruitful detour into basketry unfolds.

From Los Angeles Times

Warm whites, jewel tones, sparkle and layers of wool, plaid, fur and basketry help conjure.

From Seattle Times

Her collections are “as likely to draw upon refined Ngil masks, spare 17th-century ironwork, or elegant Shaker basketry as the International Style.”

From Seattle Times