Smith

/smɪθ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who works in metal, especially one who forges iron or steel.

The blacksmith crafted a beautiful horseshoe from molten iron.

A person who creates or repairs metal objects.

The silversmith was known for his intricate designs in jewelry.

A family name derived from the profession of smithing.

John Smith is a common name in many English-speaking countries.

verb

To shape metal by hammering it.

He smiths the iron into the desired shape for the sword.

Old English 'smiþ', meaning 'to smite' or 'to hit'.

blacksmith

A worker in iron or steel.

silversmith

One who makes articles from silver.

goldsmith

A person who works with gold.

forging

The process of shaping metal by applying heat and pressure.

metalwork

The art or craft of shaping and assembling metal.