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cabinetmaking

[kab-uh-nit-mey-king]
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noun
  1. the manufacture of fine furniture and other woodwork.
  2. the occupation or craft of a cabinetmaker.
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Origin of cabinetmaking

First recorded in 1805–15; cabinet + making
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Historical Examples

  • It was all that remained with him from his former occupation of cabinetmaking.

    L'Assommoir

    Emile Zola

  • Often without capital to pursue his cabinetmaking he fell back on his aptitude for drawing, and gave lessons in design.