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ancient craft

[ˈeɪnʃənt kræft]
nounpl: ancient crafts
ofício ancestral / arte antiga
1. A traditional skill, trade, or artistic technique that has been practiced for many centuries
Pottery is an ancient craft that dates back thousands of years.
A cerâmica é um ofício ancestral que remonta a milhares de anos.
2. A skilled occupation or trade passed down through generations with deep historical roots
Woodcarving is an ancient craft still practiced by artisans today.
A escultura em madeira é uma arte antiga ainda praticada por artesãos atualmente.
Synonyms
ancient arttraditional crafttime-honored skillancestral trade
Antonyms
modern techniquecontemporary practicenew method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ofício ancestral / arte antiga
Most common usage in Brazil
Portugal
ofício ancestral / arte tradicional
Portuguese preference for 'arte tradicional'

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass down an ancient craft
master an ancient craft
preserve an ancient craft
die of the ancient craft
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