sculptural

adjective

sculp·​tur·​al ˈskəlp-chə-rəl How to pronounce sculptural (audio)
ˈskəlp-shrəl
1
: of or relating to sculpture
2
: resembling sculpture : sculpturesque
sculpturally adverb

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The main deck salon, the dining room, and the upper lounge are all filed with sculptural lines and large windows that blur the lines between the interior and the sea. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 28 June 2025 One space is decorated in mid-century style, with sculptural lighting and pale furniture. Rachel King, Forbes.com, 28 June 2025 That translated into a confident collection that merged tailoring, utility, and minimalistic yet sculptural shapes. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 25 June 2025 For the Romantic Bride Drift through the night before your wedding in an iconic Vivienne Westwood corseted, draped midi dress—a study in sculptural romance. Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 23 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for sculptural

Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sculptural was in 1796

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“Sculptural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptural. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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