匠
craftsman; master in a field
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
craftsman; artisan
Used to refer to workers specialized in manual or craft professions, often paired with materials or trade terms.
This blacksmith's forging skills are extremely exquisite.
The village carpenter helped us make a set of solid wood furniture.
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The tile layer is laying the roof of the newly built house.
This factory employs many skilled coppersmiths to make handmade ornaments.
Ancient master craftsmen created many exquisite cultural relics that have been handed down to the present day.
noun
master; expert
literaryUsed in literary and formal contexts, often paired with words indicating the field or level of achievement.
Lu Xun is known as a great master of modern Chinese literature.
This master enjoys extremely high prestige in the field of traditional Chinese painting.
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He is one of the recognized masters in the physics community.
An American literary master won the annual literary award.
Works of calligraphy masters often combine backbone and charm.