craft guild

Frequency: 5.23.1 per million words

An association of people with the same skill or trade.

craftNOUN + NOUN

Categories:

guild

Examples (10)

  • The medieval craft guild controlled all trade in the city.
  • Blacksmiths formed their own craft guild to protect their interests.
  • The craft guild set strict standards for apprentices.
  • Members of the craft guild enjoyed special privileges.
  • The powerful craft guild regulated prices and quality.
  • Each craft guild had its own patron saint.
  • The craft guild system dominated European trade for centuries.
  • Joining a craft guild was essential for skilled workers.
  • The craft guild maintained workshops and training programs.
  • Competition between different craft guilds was fierce.