basketmaking

/ˌbæskɪtmækɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

the craft or skill of making baskets, typically from woven or plaited materials such as wood, grasses, or fibers.

“The art of basketmaking has been passed down through generations in her family.”

2. noun

the production or manufacture of baskets, especially on a commercial or industrial scale.

“The company specializes in large-scale basketmaking for retail stores.”

Synonyms

  • basketry
  • wickerwork

Antonyms

  • basket destruction
  • destruction of woven items