Carpenter
(noun)
- A person who builds or repairs structures made of wood.
- A skilled worker who uses hand and power tools to cut, shape, and join pieces of wood.
- A skilled craftsman who designs and builds structures such as houses, furniture, and shelves.
- A person who specializes in the construction of wooden structures or objects.
- A person who is trained in the art and science of working with wood.
Origin:
Derived from the middle english word "carpenter" meaning "a worker in wood", from the old french word "carpentier".
Examples:
- The carpenter built a custom bookshelf for the library.
- The carpenter was hired to repair the roof of the old church.
- The carpenter was known for his skill in creating intricate wooden toys.
- The carpenter was asked to build a wooden deck for the backyard.
- The carpenter was proud of his work in restoring the wooden beams in the old barn.