sculpted

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adjective

sculpt·​ed ˈskəlp-təd How to pronounce sculpted (audio)
Synonyms of sculptednext
: buff sense 2
a sculpted physique

sculpted

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past tense and past participle of sculpt

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Beyond the sculpted fairing above the cab, Thor's Rize+ RV module is as boxy as the Ford nose, increasing livable volume. — New Atlas, 21 Oct. 2026 The concept is still aggressively styled, but its shape is more sculpted than angular. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2026 Setting them apart is the brand’s breathable, sweat-wicking SoftPower fabric, which combines comfortable four-way stretch and UPF50+ sun protection with medium compression for a sculpted look. — Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Oct. 2026 By pouring liquid polyurethane into a mold as part of a process involving heat and pressure, Nike is able to create a single, sculpted piece to form a sneaker’s upper. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sculpted

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1984, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sculpted was in 1984

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“Sculpted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculpted. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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