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Wordsmith

//ˈwɜːdsmɪθ// noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    One who uses words skilfully.

    "She has always been known as a capable wordsmith, but in this latest novel she also shows surprising emotional depth."

  2. 2
    a fluent and prolific writer wordnet
Verb
  1. 1
    To skilfully compose or craft (something written). transitive

    "Then he reads the prompt, which has been carefully wordsmithed by Mr. [Ted] Wetzel and his collaborators."

Etymology

Etymology 1

The noun is derived from word + smith (“craftsperson who works metal into desired forms; (by extension) one who makes anything”). The verb is derived from the noun.

Etymology 2

The noun is derived from word + smith (“craftsperson who works metal into desired forms; (by extension) one who makes anything”). The verb is derived from the noun.

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