Carpenter: meaning, definitions and examples

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carpenter

[ ˈkɑːrpəntər ]

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construction

A person skilled in woodworking; a craftsman who works with wood to construct buildings, furniture, and other objects.

Synonyms

builder, joiner, woodworker

Examples of usage

The carpenter was hired to build custom cabinets for the kitchen.
She hired a carpenter to repair the wooden fence in her backyard.

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zoology

A freshwater fish of the minnow family, typically with barbels around the mouth.

Synonyms

barbel, minnow

Examples of usage

The carpenter fish is known for its distinctive barbels.
We caught a carpenter while fishing in the river.

Translations

Translations of the word "carpenter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 carpinteiro

🇮🇳 बढ़ई

🇩🇪 Zimmermann

🇮🇩 tukang kayu

🇺🇦 тесляр

🇵🇱 stolarz

🇯🇵 大工 (daiku)

🇫🇷 charpentier

🇪🇸 carpintero

🇹🇷 marangoz

🇰🇷 목수 (moksu)

🇸🇦 نجار

🇨🇿 tesař

🇸🇰 tesár

🇨🇳 木匠 (mùjiàng)

🇸🇮 mizar

🇮🇸 smiður

🇰🇿 ұста

🇬🇪 დურგალი

🇦🇿 dülgər

🇲🇽 carpintero

Word origin

The word 'carpenter' originated from the Old French word 'carpentier', which in turn came from the Latin word 'carpentarius' meaning 'wagon or chariot maker'. The term evolved to refer to a skilled worker who works with wood, especially in the construction industry. The use of the word 'carpenter' dates back to the Middle Ages, highlighting the importance of woodworking skills in building structures and furniture.