Lapidary [LAP-ih-der-ee]
Part of speech: adjective
Origin: Middle English, 14th century
1. Relating to stone and gems and the work involved in engraving, cutting, or polishing.
2. (Of language) Engraved on or suitable for engraving on stone and therefore elegant and concise.
Examples of lapidary in a sentence
"The jewelry box contained a small but impressive display of Suzanne’s lapidary obsession."
"The jeweler learned the lapidary arts from his father and grandfather before him."
