artisan
/ˈɑːrtɪzən/ · ar·ti·san
noun
- A skilled manual worker who makes items by hand, especially one belonging to a traditional trade. The village bakery is run by an artisan who bakes sourdough loaves each morning.
- A person who is highly skilled in a particular craft or trade. She is an artisan of digital illustration, known for her intricate character designs.
- A small‑scale producer of food, drink, or other goods made using traditional methods. The market stalls featured an artisan cheese maker from the Alpine region.
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of an artisan; made in a handcrafted, traditional manner. The restaurant prides itself on offering artisan breads and pastries.
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Did you know? Although the word has been in English since the 1300s, its modern marketing boom began in the early 2000s, when 'artisan' became a buzzword for boutique food and craft goods.