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Term: Maistry

Description:

Maistry, also spelled as "mistry", is a noun referring to a skilled tradesperson or a foreman in various skilled trades. It is commonly used in India and certain parts of South Asia.

Sense 1:

As a noun, maistry refers to a person who is highly skilled and experienced in a particular trade, such as carpentry or masonry. A maistry is often responsible for supervising and leading a group of workers in their trade.

Example sentence: The maistry instructed his team of carpenters to construct the intricate wooden framework.

Sense 2:

In a local context, maistry may also refer to a foreman or supervisor in a specific industry or community. They take charge of coordinating and managing the work of the laborers or workers in that industry.

Example sentence: The maistry of the local textile mill ensured that all the looms were operating efficiently.

Related Products:

To learn more about various trades and their techniques, you might be interested in the following books:

• Carpentry Guide
• Masonry Handbook