sculptor

noun

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

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Many of the stone pieces at the park were created by sculptors who are continuing an artistic tradition that dates back to the mid-20th century and draws on centuries of spiritual and storytelling practices. Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025 The pop-up isn’t the only retail opening that Rose, who trained as a painter and sculptor before getting into fashion, has planned for her 28-year-old company. Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 1 July 2025 The bottle was designed by sculptor Ivan Venkov and crafted in ceramic by the Mexican manufacturer Anfora. John Kell, Forbes.com, 25 June 2025 Wallis was appointed director of the Hepworth Wakefield in 2008, three years before the museum, named for renowned British sculptor Barbara Hepworth, opened. News Desk, Artforum, 9 June 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 12 Jul. 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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