practise a craft
Frequency: 6.16.8 per million words
To do or perform a craft regularly as a profession or hobby (BrE spelling).
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- The men practised various traditional crafts.
- She practises the craft of pottery in her spare time.
- To become a master goldsmith, one must practise the craft for many years.
- In our village, many families still practise the ancient craft of basket weaving.
- He hopes to practise his craft as a full-time carpenter after graduation.
- Practising a craft like woodworking can be a very therapeutic experience.
- They are practising their crafts in a shared workshop to save on costs.
- For how long have you been practising this particular craft?
- You should practise your craft daily if you want to improve your skills.
- The tradition is kept alive by elders who continue to practise the craft and teach it to the young.