lapidary
noun
lap·i·dary
| \ ˈla-pə-ˌder-ē
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plural lapidaries
Definition of lapidary
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: a cutter, polisher, or engraver of precious stones usually other than diamonds
2
: the art of cutting gems
lapidary
adjectiveDefinition of lapidary (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: having the elegance and precision associated with inscriptions on monumental stone
a stanza that has a lapidary dignity
2a
: sculptured in or engraved on stone
b
: of, relating to, or suggestive of precious stones or the art of cutting them
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Examples of lapidary in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective
Kunberger-Striepe started lapidary classes to expand her jewelry skill set and started Lapidify shortly afterward. — Vanessa Infanzon, charlotteobserver, "CLT Made: Lapidify," 12 Mar. 2018 In both areas, not surprisingly, McEwan's brilliant, lapidary style carries the day. — Kenneth Turan, latimes.com, "Saoirse Ronan and Ian McEwan reunite for tragic romance 'On Chesil Beach'," 17 May 2018 Holly Zewalk, an active club member, said the club's mission is to create for members and visitors opportunities to appreciate, learn and develop skills in lapidary and related sciences and arts. — Carol Kovach, cleveland.com, "Barton Senior Center benefit is a Caribbean cocktail party: A Place in the Sun," 15 May 2018 Every character is memorable, every sentence unostentatiously lapidary. — Terry Teachout, WSJ, "‘The Great Gatsby’ Review: The Letter, Not the Spirit," 22 Feb. 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'lapidary.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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