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Handicraft

Definition

(formal, technical) A traditional craft or skill, especially one requiring manual dexterity and often passed down through generations; a product made using such a craft. Typically collocates with 'traditional', 'folk', 'artisanal', 'manual', 'skilled'.

Example Sentences

1The museum exhibition showcased a wide range of handicrafts from around the world, including intricate textiles and woodcarvings.
2Does the rise of mass production and automation necessarily obviate the value of traditional handicrafts, or can they coexist?
3The artisanal community is working to preserve the handicraft skills of their ancestors, from pottery to weaving.
4In many cultures, the transmission of handicraft knowledge from one generation to the next is seen as essential to cultural heritage.
5There is a growing interest in handicrafts as a way to promote sustainable development and support local economies.

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