Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

draftsman

Noun

/ˈdræfts.mən/

Definition

A draftsman is a person who prepares technical drawings and plans, especially for architecture or engineering.

Examples

The draftsman presented the blueprints to the city council.
As a draftsman, she spent her days designing intricate layouts for new buildings.
The architect collaborated closely with the draftsman to finalize the project plans.

Meaning

The term refers to someone skilled in creating detailed drawings, often using computer-aided design (CAD) software, to communicate the specifications of a building or a machine.