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lapidarist

/ˈlæp.ɪ.dər.ɪst/

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noun

/ˈlæp.ɪ.dər.ɪst/C2formaltechnical
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее человека, который является экспертом в области драгоценных камней, умеющего их резать и гравировать.

A noun referring to a person who is an expert in precious stones, skilled in cutting and engraving them.

  1. Gem expertC1formalart

    A specialist who is knowledgeable about precious stones and skilled in cutting, shaping, and engraving them.

    ruСпециалист по драгоценным камням

    • The lapidarist examined the rough diamond to determine the best cut.
    • She apprenticed under a master lapidarist in the gem district.
    • A skilled lapidarist can transform a dull stone into a brilliant jewel.

    Synonymsgem cutterlapidary

Forms
  • lapidarists plural form
  • lapidarists' possessive plural form
  • lapidarist's possessive singular form