Smith: meaning, definitions and examples

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smith

 

[ smɪθ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

metalworking

A person who works with metal, especially a blacksmith or forger.

Synonyms

blacksmith, forger, metalworker

Examples of usage

  • The smith was busy hammering the red-hot iron into shape.
  • She apprenticed with a skilled smith to learn the trade.
  • The village blacksmith was known for his craftsmanship.
  • The ancient smiths were highly skilled in creating intricate metalwork.
  • The smith's workshop was filled with the sound of clanging metal.
Context #2 | Noun

surname

A common surname derived from the occupation of blacksmith.

Examples of usage

  • John Smith is a popular name in English-speaking countries.
Context #3 | Verb

forming

To shape metal by heating and hammering.

Synonyms

craft, forge, shape

Examples of usage

  • The blacksmith was smithing a horseshoe for the horse.
  • They smithed the metal into a beautiful sculpture.

Translations

Translations of the word "smith" in other languages:

🇵🇹 ferreiro

🇮🇳 स्मिथ

🇩🇪 Schmied

🇮🇩 pandai besi

🇺🇦 коваль

🇵🇱 kowal

🇯🇵 鍛冶屋 (kajiya)

🇫🇷 forgeron

🇪🇸 herrero

🇹🇷 demirci

🇰🇷 대장장이 (dae-jang-jang-i)

🇸🇦 حداد

🇨🇿 kovář

🇸🇰 kovač

🇨🇳 铁匠 (tiějiàng)

🇸🇮 kovač

🇮🇸 smiður

🇰🇿 ұста

🇬🇪 მჭედელი (mchedeli)

🇦🇿 dəmirçi

🇲🇽 herrero

Word origin

The word 'smith' originated from Old English 'smitth', which means one who works in metal. It has been used as a surname and occupational term for centuries, tracing back to the Middle Ages. The importance of blacksmiths and metalworkers in society led to the widespread use of the term. Today, 'smith' is still used to refer to those who work with metal, preserving a connection to ancient craftsmanship and traditional trades.

See also: blacksmith, metalsmith.