Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lapidary
noun
ˈlæp.ɪˌdɛr.i
Definition
A person who cuts, polishes, and engraves stones or gems.
Examples
- The lapidary crafted exquisite jewelry from rare gemstones.
- She visited a lapidary shop to learn more about gemstone cutting.
- The museum had a fascinating exhibit on ancient lapidary techniques.
Meaning
Related to the art of working with stones and gems, especially in the context of cutting and polishing them.
Synonyms
- Gemcutter
- Stonemason
- Jeweler
