English Explanatory Dictionary

artisanal

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of or pertaining to artisans or the work of artisans.
  2. Involving skilled work, with comparatively little reliance on machinery.
  3. Made by an artisan (skilled worker).

Pronunciation

/ˈɑɹtəzən(ə)l/ /ɑɹˈtɪzən(ə)l/ /ɑːˈtɪzən(ə)l/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-artisanal.wav

Word forms

artisanal

Etymology

From artisan + -al.

Synonyms

nonindustrial preindustrial small-scale boutique handmade

Related words

cottage industry craft gourmet

Derived words

artisanality artisanally artisanal mining
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