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cabinetmaking

American  
[kab-uh-nit-mey-king] / ˈkæb ə nɪtˌmeɪ kɪŋ /

noun

  1. the manufacture of fine furniture and other woodwork.

  2. the occupation or craft of a cabinetmaker.


Etymology

Origin of cabinetmaking

First recorded in 1805–15; cabinet + making

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The now-shuttered cabinetry program, for example, provided students with skills they could use in fields other than cabinetmaking, Borgatti said.

From Seattle Times Sep. 4, 2022

He has since completed two apprenticeships, in CNC operation and cabinetmaking, logging more than 10,000 hours.

From Washington Post Nov. 26, 2021

Huxter, whose story and school/children’s home is detailed at hatshaiti.org, will have her usual lists of painting, cabinetmaking, repairing and other chores - all the things for which she has not the manpower or funds.

From Washington Times Nov. 26, 2017

But one morning I toured a renovated cabinetmaking factory where Elizabeth Pape designs and manufactures her women’s basics line, Elizabeth Suzann.

From New York Times May 17, 2017

It is used in all good grades of furniture, cabinetmaking, panelling, interior finish, and turnery; it is not liable to warp and twist.

From Seasoning of Wood by J. B. (Joseph Bernard) Wagner

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