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craftspeople

American  
[krafts-pee-puhl, krahfts-] / ˈkræftsˌpi pəl, ˈkrɑfts- /

plural noun

  1. craftsmen and craftswomen collectively.


Etymology

Origin of craftspeople

crafts(men) ( def. ) + people

Example Sentences

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The engines could still rocket drivers to 200 miles an hour on a moment’s notice—but now they would be signed by the craftspeople who made them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

So from the biggest stars down to, you know, relatively unknown craftspeople, all get invited to this luncheon at the Beverly Hilton hotel.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

Until Friday, Amdjarass hosts dance troupes, musicians, traditional storytellers, craftspeople, cooks and nomadic camel drivers from across the vast region.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

It is always disrespectful, though, especially since awards given during commercial breaks tend to be the awards for below-the-line craftspeople, whose work is just as important to a film as anyone else’s.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2026

And when Qhapaq Yupanki left, he asked Chincha to keep expressing its gratitude by sending craftspeople and goods to Qosqo.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann

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