wright

noun

ˈrīt

Synonyms of wright next

: a worker skilled in the manufacture especially of wooden objects

—usually used in combination

shipwright

wheelwright

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English wyrhta, wryhta worker, maker; akin to Old English weorc work — more at work

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

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“Wright.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wright. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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Kids Definition

wright

noun

ˈrīt

: a worker especially in wood

—usually used in combination

Biographical Definition

Wright 1 of 4

biographical name (1)

ˈrīt

Frank Lloyd 1867–1959 American architect

Wright

2 of 4

biographical name (2)

Joseph 1734–1797 Wright of Derby English painter

Wright

3 of 4

biographical name (3)

Or*ville ˈȯr-vəl

1871–1948 and his brother Wilbur 1867–1912 American pioneers in aviation

Wright

4 of 4

biographical name (4)

Richard 1908–1960 American author

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wright

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