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crafting

/ˈkræf.tɪŋ/

2 entries

noun

/ˈkræf.tɪŋ/B1formal
  • ruЗанятие, навык или процесс создания предметов вручную с художественным или ремесленным мастерством; также обдуманное построение чего-либо абстрактного (сюжета, стратегии).

The practice, skill, or process of making items by hand with artistic or manual dexterity; also the deliberate construction of something abstract like a narrative or strategy.

  1. The hands-on activity of making decorative or functional objects, often as a hobby or traditional skill.B1formalart

    The practice of employing manual techniques, tools, and materials to produce items such as jewelry, pottery, textiles, paper goods, or woodwork, typically with an emphasis on creativity and personal artistry.

    ruПрактическое занятие по созданию декоративных или функциональных предметов, часто как хобби или традиционное мастерство.

    • She spends her weekends crafting handmade greeting cards.
    • The community center offers classes in traditional crafting like weaving and blacksmithing.
    • His crafting of miniature furniture requires patience and a steady hand.
    • Online platforms have revived interest in home crafting among younger generations.
    • The crafting of the stained glass window took over a hundred hours.

    Synonymsconstructionfabricationhandcrafthandicrafthandiworkmaking

  2. The careful, deliberate process of forming or shaping something immaterial, such as a plan, narrative, or policy.B2formal

    An intentional and often meticulous act of devising, constructing, or refining a complex entity — for example a piece of legislation, a business strategy, a literary work, or a musical composition — with close attention to detail and underlying structure.

    ruТщательный, обдуманный процесс формирования или придания формы чему-либо нематериальному — плану, сюжету, политике.

    • The crafting of the new privacy law involved months of consultation with legal experts.
    • Her unique approach to the crafting of the novel's dialogue earned critical acclaim.
    • Successful leadership depends heavily on the crafting of a clear and inspiring vision.
    • The committee was responsible for the crafting of a compromise that satisfied all parties.
    • His speech demonstrated the careful crafting of an argument intended to persuade undecided voters.

    Synonymscompositionconstructiondesigndevelopmentdevisingdraftingelaborationfashioningformulationshaping

  3. In video games, the mechanic of collecting resources and combining them to produce new items or equipment.B2informalIT

    A gameplay system in which virtual materials (ore, wood, herbs, etc.) are gathered and then transformed into usable goods according to preset recipes or blueprints, often requiring a character skill level or crafting station.

    ruВ видеоиграх — механика сбора ресурсов и их комбинирования для создания новых предметов или снаряжения.

    • The new expansion added a deep crafting system that lets players forge legendary armor.
    • She maxed out her alchemy crafting level before tackling the final dungeon.
    • Resource nodes are scattered across the map to support extensive crafting and building.
    • Many MMOs encourage crafting as an alternative to buying equipment from vendors.
    • The crafting of potions requires both rare ingredients and a high enough skill rank.

    Synonymsassemblyforgingmanufacturingproductionsynthesis

Forms
  • craftings plural form
  • craftings' possessive plural form
  • crafting's possessive singular form

verb

craft/kræft/B2formal
  • ruГлагол, обозначающий искусное создание или изготовление чего-либо с вниманием к деталям.

A verb used to indicate the act of making or creating something skillfully, often with care and attention to detail.

  1. Make skillfullyB1formal

    To make or create something with skill and care, often by hand.

    ruМастерски изготовить

    • She crafted a beautiful wooden table.
    • The artist crafted a sculpture from clay.
    • He crafted a detailed model of the ship.

    Synonymsbuildconstructcreatedevisefashionforgehandcraftmakemoldproduceshape

  2. Create or design carefullyB2formal

    To create or design something, such as a story, plan, or product, with careful thought and attention.

    ruТщательно создавать

    • The writer crafted a compelling narrative.
    • They crafted a new marketing strategy for the product.
    • She crafted a thoughtful response to the criticism.

    Synonymscomposeconstructcontrivecreatedesigndeviseengineerfashionforgeformulateframeproducesculptshapeweave

    Antonymsbotchdestroyneglectruin

Forms
  • crafted past participle
  • crafted past simple
  • crafting present participle
  • crafts third person singular