Carpentry

usgb/ˈkɑːrpəntri/
noun

The activity or job of making and repairing things in wood.

He learned carpentry from his father.
Visual representation of "carpentry" - The activity or job of making and repairing things in wood.

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  • learned carpentry
  • carpentry skills
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Occupational Term

Carpentry refers to a skilled trade; it implies professional craftsmanship in working with wood.

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She operates a business specializing in fine carpentry.
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Manual Skill

Carpentry suggests manual skill and involves using tools like saws and hammers.

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After the storm, many homeowners needed carpentry work to fix fences.
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Constructive Activity

The term 'carpentry' often relates to constructive activities, such as building or creating structures.

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The carpentry students built a gazebo for the community park.
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