artisan
noun
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Artisans aren't the same as artists, but it can sometimes be hard to tell the difference. In the Middle Ages, artisans organized themselves into guilds. In every city each group of artisans—weavers, carpenters, shoemakers, and so on—had its own guild, which set wages and prices, kept standards high, and protected its members from outside competitors. In America, however, most artisans have always been fiercely independent. Today, when factories produce almost all of our goods, artisans usually make only fine objects for those who can afford them. And we now even include food among the artisan's crafts, so you can buy artisanal cheeses, breads, and chocolates—but probably not if you're watching your budget.
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
The minimalist, handmade jewelry brand offers just that; each piece is crafted by a small team of artisans at a studio in Eau Claire, Wisconsin.
—Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 31 Oct. 2024
The team of artisans assembled by Jon M. Chu all put their signature touches.
—EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
The company has also met the swelling interest from shoppers with additional investment in its supply chain, including the training of 250 new artisans and the opening of its 23rd workshop dedicated to the crafting of leather goods.
—Martin Lerma, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2024
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“Artisan.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/artisan. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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