lapidary meaning and definition

LAPIDARY noun

Definition of lapidary (noun)

1. an expert on precious stones and the art of cutting and engraving them
   • synonyms: lapidarist
2. a skilled worker who cuts and engraves precious stones
   • synonyms: lapidist

LAPIDARY adjective

Definition of lapidary (adjective)

1. of or relating to precious stones or the art of working with them
   • "the ring is of no lapidary value"- Lord Byron; "lapidary art"