sculptor

noun

sculp·​tor ˈskəlp-tər How to pronounce sculptor (audio)
: an artist who makes sculptures

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The statue’s creation is already underway courtesy of local sculptor Ben Victor. — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 1 July 2026 Wimbledon plans to unveil its own statute of the two-time champion at the All England Club next year and has tasked renowned sculptor David Williams-Ellis to get it right. — ABC News, 4 July 2026 Designed by renowned sculptor Emma Rodgers, at its centre is a flowing heart sculpture, in acknowledgement of Jota’s iconic goal celebration. — James Pearce, New York Times, 2 July 2026 Opportunities worth fighting for Esters, a 64-year-old retired clay sculptor for a Detroit automaker, flies three American flags at his Sherwood Forest home on the city’s west side. — Corey Williams, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for sculptor

Word History

Etymology

Latin, from sculpere

First Known Use

1634, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of sculptor was in 1634

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“Sculptor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptor. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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sculptor

noun
sculp·​tor ˈskəlp-tər How to pronounce sculptor (audio)
: a person who makes sculptures

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