blacksmith
UK: ˈblæksmɪθ | US: ˈblæksmɪθ
n. a person who makes and repairs things in iron by hand, especially horseshoes and tools.
The word "blacksmith" combines "black," referring to the dark color of iron (due to oxidation), and "smith," an Old English term for a skilled craftsperson. Historically, blacksmiths worked primarily with iron, distinguishing them from other smiths (e.g., "goldsmiths"). The term reflects the material ("black" iron) and the profession's manual craftsmanship ("smith").
The village blacksmith forged a new horseshoe for the farmer’s horse.
Traditional blacksmiths use anvils and hammers to shape metal.
He apprenticed under a master blacksmith to learn the trade.
The blacksmith’s workshop was filled with the sound of clanging metal.
Modern blacksmiths often blend artistic design with functional metalwork.