draftsmanship
UK: ˈdrɑːftsmənʃɪp | US: ˈdræftsmənʃɪp
n. the skill or technique of drawing or drafting, especially in technical or artistic contexts.
The word combines "draftsman," referring to a person skilled in drawing (from "draft," originally meaning "to pull" or "draw lines"), with the suffix "-ship," which transforms it into an abstract noun denoting expertise. The term reflects the evolution of "draft" from physical pulling to technical drawing, paired with "-ship" to emphasize professional skill.
His draftsmanship was evident in the precise architectural blueprints.
The course focuses on improving students' draftsmanship for engineering designs.
Her draftsmanship earned her a reputation as a master illustrator.
Traditional draftsmanship remains valuable despite digital tools.
The exhibit showcased the artist's exceptional draftsmanship in charcoal sketches.