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crafting

v. · n.
US //ˈkɹæftɪŋ// UK //kɹˈɑːftɪŋ// craft·ing
  1. 1 making something with skill (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    making something carefully and with great skill, often by hand.

    to construct or fashion something with artistic or technical skill. Transitive; often implies a high degree of precision or manual dexterity.

    Example

    She spent the afternoon crafting a beautiful wooden bowl in her workshop.

    Example

    The artisan spent months crafting the intricate stained-glass windows, ensuring each piece of lead was perfectly aligned with the original sketches.

    Usage

    Often used in the continuous form to describe an ongoing creative process.
  2. 2 creating a plan or story (v.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Academic

    carefully creating a piece of writing, a plan, or an argument.

    to formulate or compose an abstract entity, such as a narrative or policy, through careful effort and attention to detail.

    Example

    The lawyers are busy crafting a new agreement that both companies will like.

    Example

    Crafting a persuasive legal argument requires not only a deep knowledge of precedent but also a keen understanding of the jury's likely emotional response.

    Usage

    Common in professional and academic contexts when discussing strategy or writing.
  3. 3 the activity of making things (n.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    the hobby or activity of making decorative objects by hand.

    the act or process of creating items through skilled manual labour. Uncountable when referring to the general activity.

    Example

    Crafting has become a very popular way for people to relax and be creative at home.

    Example

    The rise of online marketplaces has transformed crafting from a private hobby into a viable source of income for many independent artists.

Last updated June 20, 2026