sculptor

noun

sculp·​tor ˈskəlp-tər How to pronounce sculptor (audio)
: an artist who makes sculptures

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Mladen Mikulin, a young Doors fan and sculptor in Zagreb, Yugoslavia, was among those dismayed by the mess. David Kushner, Rolling Stone, 20 Oct. 2025 Miró was a prolific artist, recognized as a painter, sculptor, printmaker and ceramicist. Sophia Arndt, Twin Cities, 19 Oct. 2025 An admirer of Constantin Brâncusi, Blahnik infused the boutique with details inspired by the sculptor’s work, Endless Column. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2025 Dom Haury, a woodworker, sculptor, and painter, and Kelsey Saikami, a floral designer, moved to Austin from San Francisco in 2021 and were intent on immersing themselves in the creative community. Linne Halpern, Architectural Digest, 15 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sculptor

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from sculpere

First Known Use

1634, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sculptor was in 1634

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“Sculptor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptor. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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sculptor

noun
sculp·​tor ˈskəlp-tər How to pronounce sculptor (audio)
: a person who makes sculptures

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