"It seems to me if the material is wood or a wood byproduct (plywood, MDF), and it can be worked with both power and hand tools to tolerances acceptable to a cabinetmaker, it's woodworking." – Chris Heinbockel

"If it grew on a tree and it is not a leaf, then it is wood. Are you doing something with it? If yes, then you are working with it or playing with it. The difference between these two actions is mostly a state of mind. No man's ego is going to let him admit to wood playing, so it is all woodworking." – Glen Snow

Au contraire! We readily admit to playing with wood. In fact, the motto of my local woodworking guild is Conlusum cum lignum, Latin for "we play with wood." – Michael Dresdner

"I say yes, it is, due to the fact that you are still using your skills and knowledge as a craftsman/woman to accomplish your desired finished project." – Brad Peterson

"Think of it this way: If it has wood in it and you work with it, then as far as I'm concerned, you're woodworking." – Mike Barry

"Of course cabinetmaking is 'real woodworking,' I just completed a 10' x 16' pergola constructed of treated Southern pine in my backyard. I am just as proud of it as of any furniture item." – Jerry Gardner