Woodcraft: meaning, definitions and examples

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woodcraft

 

[ ˈwʊdˌkrɑːft ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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.

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Word Description / Examples
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.

  • Tom spent the weekend learning woodcraft to make a sculpture.
  • Woodcraft skills are essential for making detailed wooden toys.
woodworking

A broad term for creating objects from wood, including both artistic and functional pieces. Encompasses activities from carving to cabinet making.

  • Woodworking is his favorite hobby; he loves making chairs and tables.
  • She took a woodworking class to learn how to create her own furniture.
carpentry

Involves constructing, installing, and repairing structures made from wood and other materials, typically related to building and construction.

  • He learned carpentry to remodel his kitchen.
  • Carpentry work is crucial for building solid wooden frameworks in houses.
joinery

Focuses on creating wooden joints, often as part of furniture or cabinetry. Involves precise fitting and joining of wood pieces.

  • The joinery in John's new bookshelf is incredibly detailed.
  • Joinery requires a high level of precision and skill to ensure all parts fit well together.

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

🇵🇱 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.