Definitions
from The Century Dictionary.
- noun The skill or vocation of a craftsman; the state of being a craftsman; mechanical workmanship.
from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.
- noun The work of a craftsman.
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- noun   The quality of being a craftsman .
- noun An example of a craftsman's work.
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- noun skill in an occupation or trade
Etymologies
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Examples
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								The opposition between "experimentalism" and "craftsmanship" is patently obvious, of course, and we know before reading the rest of the review that we ought to avoid Lutz because he isn't a "craftsman." Book Reviewing 2010 
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								Their craftsmanship is exquisite, and their price is amazingly affordable. Favorite Things: Original Catholic Art regina doman 2009 
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								Heidi thinks the craftsmanship is great and likes the day dress but doesn't love the high-fashion look. Una LaMarche: Project Runway Episode 9 Recap: Eyeshadow of a Doubt Una LaMarche 2010 
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								But it's kind of sad that so much craftsmanship is now long gone. 
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								Heidi thinks the craftsmanship is great and likes the day dress but doesn't love the high-fashion look. Una LaMarche: Project Runway Episode 9 Recap: Eyeshadow of a Doubt Una LaMarche 2010 
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								I don't know how terrifying this is, but the craftsmanship is stunning. Would This 16th Century Helmet Terrify a Jousting Opponent? 2009 
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								The craftsmanship is obvious, and the textures it generates are often striking, but the music's lack of harmonic movement is sometimes frustrating. Tüür: Symphony No 6, "Strata"; Noësis Andrew Clements 2010 
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								The craftsmanship is rough and the finished products are uneven. 
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								I don't know how terrifying this is, but the craftsmanship is stunning. Would This 16th Century Helmet Terrify a Jousting Opponent? » E-Mail 2009 
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								Careful and considered craftsmanship is obviously one of Mivasagar's guiding principals, not to mention an appreciation for refined and elegant quality - the show was 100% silk. Marissa Bronfman: Toronto Fashion Week: Fun Fashion and Glamorous Garb Rules the Runway Marissa Bronfman 2010 
dbemily commented on the word craftsmanship
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February 14, 2010