Lapidary

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1. Noun

An artificer who cuts, polishes, and engraves precious stones; hence, a dealer in precious stones.

2. Noun

A virtuoso skilled in gems or precious stones; a connoisseur of lapidary work.

3. Adjective

Of or pertaining to the art of cutting stones, or engraving on stones, either gems or monuments; as, lapidary ornamentation.

4. Adjective

Of or pertaining to monumental inscriptions; as, lapidary adulation.
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