Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

smith

noun
/smɪθ/
Definition
A smith is a person who works with metal, usually by hammering it into shapes or creating objects.
Examples
  • The blacksmith worked tirelessly at the forge to create new horseshoes.
  • His grandfather was a talented silversmith, making beautiful jewelry by hand.
  • The village blacksmith was known for his skill in crafting tools for farmers.
Meaning
The term ‘smith’ refers to a craftsman who forges and shapes metal, historically significant in creating tools, weapons, and various metal items.
Synonyms
  • metalworker
  • blacksmith
  • silversmith
  • goldsmith