blacksmith
Translation
blacksmith
Examples
The blacksmith forged a sword from iron.
The blacksmith forged a sword from iron.
We visited the blacksmith's shop in the old town.
We visited the blacksmith's shop in the old town.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) blacksmith a person who makes and repairs things made of iron The blacksmith is a skilled artisan.
Similar Words
Synonyms: forger, metalworker
Etymology
From 'black' (referring to the colour of iron after being heated) + 'smith' (a worker in metal).
Memory Tips
Picture a 'smith' (a worker) covered in 'black' soot from the forge.