- a person's greatest piece of work, as in an art.
- anything done with masterly skill: a masterpiece of improvisation.
- a consummate example of skill or excellence of any kind: The chef's cake was a masterpiece.
- a piece made by a person aspiring to the rank of master in a guild or other craft organization as a proof of competence.
- an outstanding work, achievement, or performance
- the most outstanding piece of work of a creative artist, craftsman, etc
