Cool MateCraft
UK /["/krɑːft/"]/US /["/kræft/"]/
Definition
an activity involving a special skill at making things with your hands
In simple words: To make something with skill, usually by hand.
Examples
- She learned the craft of pottery from a young age.
- The artisan took great pride in her craft.
- Woodworking is a craft that requires patience and skill.
- He worked as a craft brewer, making specialty beers.
- The fishing craft was docked at the harbor during the storm.
- Several craft boats sailed in the regatta last weekend.
Usage notes
Commonly used in contexts involving handmade items or skilled activities. Less appropriate in casual conversations about non-artistic activities.
Grammar pattern
craft + object
Memory hint
Think of 'craft' as 'create with art' — both involve skillful making.
Collocations
- skilled
- ancient
- traditional
- practise/practice
- activity
- project
- work
- art and craft
- arts and crafts
- hone
- learn
- master
- a master of your craft
- small
- assault
- fishing
Synonyms
- create
- build
- devise
- produce
- design
Antonyms
- destroy
- neglect
- spoil
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'draft' — they have different meanings.
- Using 'craft' as a noun without specifying the type (e.g., craft beer, crafting materials).
- Omitting the object when using 'craft' (e.g., saying 'I like to craft' instead of 'I like to craft jewelry').