noun

craft

craft, skill, vessel, aircraft

He learned his craft from his father.

He learned his craft from his father.

The shop sells local arts and crafts.

The shop sells local arts and crafts.

The craft was a small sailing boat.

The craft was a small sailing boat.

((a/the)) craft a skill or trade She is a master of her craft.

((a/the)) craft a boat or aircraft The small craft sailed across the bay.

Synonyms: skill, art, trade, workmanship

From Old English 'cræft' meaning 'power, skill'. Related to German 'Kraft' (strength).

Think of 'aircraft' or 'spacecraft' to remember the meaning of a vehicle.

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