Synonyms for

Blacksmith

Verb / ˈblæˌksmɪθ / Another word for blacksmith — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who makes and repairs things made of iron (such as horseshoes).

Synonyms & similar words

metalworker ironworker farrier smith artisan craftsman handicraftsman metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker metalworker

Synonyms by register

Formal

metalworker artificer craftsman

Informal

smith metal guy

Literary

forger smith of iron

Antonyms

jeweler goldsmith silversmith watchmaker artisan

Common collocations

  • blacksmith forge
  • blacksmith hammer
  • blacksmith shop
  • blacksmith tools
  • blacksmith anvil
  • blacksmith fire
  • blacksmith apprentice

Word family

noun blacksmith
verb forge
adjective blacksmithing

Usage note

A blacksmith is a person who makes and repairs things made of iron or steel by heating and hammering them. The term is often used metaphorically to describe someone who shapes or creates things with great skill.

Example sentences

  1. The blacksmith used his hammer to shape the iron horseshoe.
  2. The blacksmith worked hard to create a beautiful iron gate.
  3. The blacksmith's shop was filled with the sound of his hammer.
  4. The blacksmith was known for his skill and craftsmanship.
  5. The blacksmith's forge was hot and smoky.

Quotes

  • The blacksmith and the artist, reflect it in their art, forge their creativity with greater force.
  • The blacksmith has always been a symbol of strength, endurance, and hard work.
  • The blacksmith is a man who works with fire, iron and steel to create objects of beauty and function.

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