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单词 carpentry
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carpentry

noun

car·​pen·​try ˈkär-pən-trē How to pronounce carpentry (audio)
1
: the art or trade of a carpenter
specifically : the art of shaping and assembling structural woodwork
2
: timberwork constructed by a carpenter
3
: the form or manner of putting together the parts (as of a literary or musical composition)

Example Sentences

He learned carpentry from his father. When the carpentry is finished, the cabinets will be installed.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

carpentry

noun

car·​pen·​try ˈkär-pən-trē How to pronounce carpentry (audio)
: the skill or work of building or repairing wooden things
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