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1lapidary
noun lap·i·dary \ˈla-pə-ˌder-ē\
plural lap·i·dar·ies
Definition of LAPIDARY
1
: a cutter, polisher, or engraver of precious stones usually other than diamonds
2
: the art of cutting gems
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First Known Use of LAPIDARY
14th century
Rhymes with LAPIDARY
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2lapidary
adjective
Definition of LAPIDARY
1
: having the elegance and precision associated with inscriptions on monumental stone <a stanza that has a lapidary dignity>
2
a : sculptured in or engraved on stone b : of, relating to, or suggestive of precious stones or the art of cutting them
Origin of LAPIDARY
Latin lapidarius of stone, from lapid-, lapis stone
First Known Use: 1724
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