carpentry
/ˈkɑː.pɪn.tri/
UK: /ˈkɑː.pɪn.tri/
KⱭː · pɪn · tri (3 syllables)
English
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Definition
The trade of manipulating materials in order to construct buildings or other structures.
Etymology
From Middle English carpentrie, from Anglo-Norman carpenterie, from Old Northern French (compare French charpenterie). See carpenter.
Example Sentences
- "fine carpentry for sale"
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