as in scribe
one who writes from dictation or copies manuscripts
a gorgeous copy of the text that was produced by one of the finest calligraphers of the age
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Between 1631 and 1648, thousands of master artisans, painters, calligraphers, and masons from across Asia were brought to Agra to construct and embellish the 42-acre complex.
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Gulnaz Khan, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
All of the books were created by the bibliophile Reid Byers in collaboration with numerous printers, binders, and calligraphers.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The curator worked with bookbinders, calligraphers, printers and artists for the installation, which displays the books like works of art.
—Ella Feldman, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Dec. 2024
Collaborations with local artists, calligraphers and cultural icons reflect Montblanc’s respect for and celebration of regional traditions, demonstrating the brand’s dedication to conveying its core values through cultural immersion.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Gulnaz Khan, AFAR Media, 13 Feb. 2025
All of the books were created by the bibliophile Reid Byers in collaboration with numerous printers, binders, and calligraphers.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
The curator worked with bookbinders, calligraphers, printers and artists for the installation, which displays the books like works of art.
—Ella Feldman, Smithsonian Magazine, 17 Dec. 2024
Collaborations with local artists, calligraphers and cultural icons reflect Montblanc’s respect for and celebration of regional traditions, demonstrating the brand’s dedication to conveying its core values through cultural immersion.
—Fairchild Studio, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for calligrapher
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Matthew Lillard wants to reunite with Scooby–Doo scribe and DC Studios boss James Gunn on a new project.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
28 Sep. 2025
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By capturing various order entries—such as lab orders, imaging and medication refills—AI scribes can improve the standard and quality of documentation.—
Rakhee Langer,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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“Calligrapher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/calligrapher. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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