ˈsmith-work
[smith n. Cf. MDu. smedewerck (Du. smeedwerk), MHG. smidewerc (G. schmiedewerk).]
Work performed or done by a smith; also, the work or occupation of a smith.
| 1720 in Jrnl. Derbysh. Archæol. Soc. (1905) XXVII. 215 For smith worke, [{pstlg}]0 3 2. 1837 Carlyle Fr. Rev. i. ii. i, He..determines on a little smith-work; and so..is learning to make locks. 1869 Rankine Mach. & Hand-tools App. 56 The fitness of bar iron for shipbuilding and smith-work is tested by bending and punching it cold. |