masterwork

  1. Noun.  A piece done to prove possession of skill sufficient to be ranked a master.
  2. Noun.  A piece of quality, indicative of having been made by a master; a masterpiece.
  3. Noun.  (obsolete) An act of primary importance.
  4. Noun.  (obsolete) A main drain or irrigation channel.

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