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| craft |
A craft is an activity that requires skill with the hands. [2/3 definitions] |
| craftsman |
a person who works at a craft or skilled trade; artisan. |
| festival |
A festival is a series of exhibits, shows, or special activities. Festivals are often planned around something such as a kind of art or music, or a type of food or craft. [1/3 definitions] |
| photography |
If you are interested in photography, you are interested in taking pictures with a camera. Photography can be both an art and a serious craft. It can also be just a fun thing to do. |
| printing |
Printing is the process of using ink and machines to put words on paper to create things like books or magazines. Printing is a business and also a craft. |
| propeller |
A propeller is a device that is used to make an airplane or other craft move forward. A propeller has blades that move around and around very quickly. Propellers are attached at the front of an airplane. Ships, boats, and submarines often use propellers too. |
| sculpture |
the art or craft of making statues or other objects by carving, chiseling, or molding. [1/3 definitions] |
| -ship |
a suffix that means "art," "craft," or "skill." [1/3 definitions] |
| skill |
a kind of work or craft that requires special care and training. [1/2 definitions] |
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