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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The work of a smith; the forging of metal. uncountable

Synonyms

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blacksmithadam smithancestorsanglesmithapprenticearchitect

Example

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"It's by smithing that one becomes a blacksmith."

Etymology

From Middle English smethyng; equivalent to smith + -ing.

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