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Definition of carpentry

carpentry

/ˈkɑːr.pən.tri/
car · pen · try
Adjective:carpentral
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carpentry Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The skilled trade, craft, or occupation of cutting, shaping, and installing wood and timber for buildings, furniture, and other structures.

Example

"She enrolled in a vocational program to learn the fundamentals of carpentry and cabinetmaking."

2

Wooden structural elements, fittings, or objects constructed and assembled by a carpenter.

Example

"The historic manor house is renowned for its intricate oak carpentry along the grand staircase."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Old French charpenterie, derived from Late Latin carpentarius ('wagon-maker' or 'woodworker'), from Latin carpentum ('two-wheeled carriage'), which is of Gaulish origin.

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