Recent Examples on the WebBy the 13th century, many towns had passed legislation prohibiting blacksmiths from working in the early morning because of irritating noises.—David Vaina, Orlando Sentinel, 28 June 2024 Guests can learn Renaissance crafts such as basket and textile weaving, candle making and calligraphy at educational demonstrations led by potters, blacksmiths and other artisans.—Claire Reid, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024 Salvatore Brancato, a blacksmith from Sicily who immigrated to Kansas City in 1896, opened Fairyland Park on June 16, 1923.—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 22 Mar. 2024 Like a chimney sweep, a blacksmith is often covered in soot.—Emily Langer, Washington Post, 23 June 2023 See all Example Sentences for blacksmith
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English blaksmyth, from blakblack entry 1 + smythsmith; from a distinction between black metal (iron) and white metal (tin)
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