sculptor — An artist who makes sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An artist who makes sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈskʌlptər/
Example Sentences
- The sculptor accidentally made his marble statue look like his grumpy neighbor.
- She became a sculptor because she loved working with her hands.
- The modern sculptor created a giant spoon sculpture in the city park.
sculptor
NOUN[/ˈskʌlptər/]
An artist who makes sculptures by carving, modeling, or shaping materials
Artist carving stone into sculpture
The sculptor installed a modern artwork near the fountain.
The sculptor became a creator and innovator through artistic imagination.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin sculpere, meaning 'to carve or chisel'. The term has been used since ancient Roman times to denote a person who creates works of art by cutting and shaping stone or marble.
Breakdown
sculpt (from Latin sculpere, 'to carve') + -or (agent noun suffix, 'one who does')
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📝Examples
“The sculptor accidentally made his marble statue look like his grumpy neighbor.”
“She became a sculptor because she loved working with her hands.”
“The modern sculptor created a giant spoon sculpture in the city park.”
“Every sculptor needs patience and artistic vision.”
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