blacksmith

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a smith who forges and shapes iron with a hammer and anvil

Etymology

From black (color of forged iron) + smith (related to smite).

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