Woodcraft: meaning, definitions and examples
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woodcraft
[ ˈwʊdˌkrɑːft ]
art of working with wood
Woodcraft is the art or skill of creating things out of wood. It involves techniques such as carving, shaping, and finishing wood to produce functional or decorative items.
Synonyms
carpentry, joinery, woodworking.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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woodcraft |
Refers to skills related to working with wood, especially in a traditional or artistic manner. Often involves creating decorative or functional items by hand.
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woodworking |
A broad term for creating objects from wood, including both artistic and functional pieces. Encompasses activities from carving to cabinet making.
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carpentry |
Involves constructing, installing, and repairing structures made from wood and other materials, typically related to building and construction.
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joinery |
Focuses on creating wooden joints, often as part of furniture or cabinetry. Involves precise fitting and joining of wood pieces.
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Examples of usage
- His woodcraft skills were evident in the beautifully carved furniture he made.
- She learned woodcraft from her grandfather, who was a master carpenter.
Translations
Translations of the word "woodcraft" in other languages:
🇵🇹 artesanato em madeira
🇮🇳 लकड़ी का शिल्प
🇩🇪 Holzhandwerk
🇮🇩 kerajinan kayu
🇺🇦 деревообробка
- столярство
- різьблення по дереву
🇵🇱 rzemiosło drewniane
🇯🇵 木工
🇫🇷 artisanat du bois
🇪🇸 artesanía en madera
🇹🇷 ahşap işçiliği
🇰🇷 목공예
🇸🇦 حرف يدوية خشبية
🇨🇿 dřevěné řemeslo
🇸🇰 drevárstvo
🇨🇳 木工艺
🇸🇮 lesno ročno delo
🇮🇸 tréhandverk
🇰🇿 ағаш шеберлігі
🇬🇪 ხის ხელოვნება
🇦🇿 taxta sənətkarlığı
🇲🇽 artesanía de madera
Etymology
The term 'woodcraft' dates back to the late 19th century and is derived from the combination of 'wood' and 'craft'. Woodcraft has a long history as humans have been working with wood for thousands of years, creating tools, shelter, and art. Today, woodcraft is still a popular hobby and profession, with people creating everything from furniture to sculptures out of wood.
See also: blackwood, underwood, wood, woodcut, woodcutter, woodcutting, wooden, woodland, woods, woodshop, woodsman, woodwork, woodworker, woodworking, woodworm, woody.