 lapidary |
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| 1. | [ noun ] (work) an expert on precious stones and the art of cutting and engraving them | |
| Synonyms: | lapidarist | |
| Related terms: | expert | |
| 2. | [ adjective ] of or relating to precious stones or the art of working with them | |
| Examples: | "the ring is of no lapidary value"- Lord Byron "lapidary art" |
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| Related terms: | gem | |
| 3. | [ noun ] (work) a skilled worker who cuts and engraves precious stones | |
| Synonyms: | lapidist | |
| Related terms: | engraver | |
| Similar spelling: |
lapidarist lapidarian |
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