Meaning of the word blacksmith in English

What does blacksmith mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

blacksmith

US /ˈblæk.smɪθ/
UK /ˈblæk.smɪθ/
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Noun

a person who makes and repairs things in iron by hand

Example:
The blacksmith hammered the glowing iron on the anvil.
In the past, every village had its own blacksmith to shoe horses.