1. people who perform skilled manual work with their hands; craftspeople or artisans
Usage: plural form of handworker; often refers to workers in trades such as carpentry, plumbing, masonry, or other crafts

Examples

• The construction company hired experienced handworkers to build the new community center.
• Handworkers in the furniture industry take pride in their detailed craftsmanship.
• Many handworkers learn their skills through apprenticeships rather than formal education.
• The demand for skilled handworkers has increased as more people seek custom-made goods.
• Handworkers often earn competitive wages due to the specialized nature of their work.