masterpiece

== English == === Alternative forms === master-piece (obsolete) === Etymology === From master +‎ piece, a calque of Dutch meesterstuk or German Meisterstück (“masterpiece”). Piecewise doublet of maestropiece and masterstick. Compare also journeyman's piece. === Pronunciation === (General American) IPA(key): /ˈmæstɚˌpis/ (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈmɑːstəˌpiːs/ === Noun === masterpiece (plural masterpieces) A piece of work that has been given much critical praise, especially one that is considered the greatest work of a person's career. A work of outstanding creativity, skill or workmanship. A work created in order to qualify as a master craftsman and member of a guild. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== ==== Translations ====