carpentry

noun

car·​pen·​try ˈkär-pən-trē 

1

: the art or trade of a carpenter

specifically : the art of shaping and assembling structural woodwork

2

: timberwork constructed by a carpenter

3

: the form or manner of putting together the parts (as of a literary or musical composition)

Examples of carpentry in a Sentence

He learned carpentry from his father.

When the carpentry is finished, the cabinets will be installed.

Recent Examples on the Web

Similarly, after a delegation of Kansas City leaders visited San Antonio and engaged with Ready to Work, Kansas City is creating a new initiative to help women secure well-paying electrical, carpentry, and other construction trade jobs. —Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025

Those production crews include not only the stage hands who move scenery, but also people working in audio, video, hair, makeup, wardrobe, props, carpentry and lighting. —Michael Paulson, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2025

De Ferm is known for his skill in combining natural materials and innovative techniques and is specialized in welding and carpentry. —Sofia Celeste, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025

The men did carpentry and construction and were in high demand. —Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 9 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

carpentry

noun

car·​pen·​try ˈkär-pən-trē 

ˈkärp-ᵊm-trē

: the work or trade of a carpenter