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Definition of artisanal

artisanal

/ɑːrˈtɪz.ən.əl/
ar · ti · san · al
Adverb:artisanally
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artisanal Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to or characteristic of food or drink made in a traditional or non-mechanized way using high-quality ingredients.

Example

"The local bakery is famous for its artisanal sourdough bread and freshly churned butter."

2

Relating to a skilled craftsperson or produced by hand in limited quantities using traditional methods.

Example

"The market features stalls selling artisanal pottery, handwoven textiles, and custom leather goods."

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• Nearby Words

artillery
artilleryman
artisan
artisanal
artisanally
artisanship
artist

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the noun 'artisan' plus the adjectival suffix '-al', 'artisan' entered Middle French from the Italian 'artigiano', ultimately deriving from the Latin 'ars' (meaning 'art' or 'skill').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Artisanal. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/artisanal
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