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Definition of: lapidary
(lap′ə·der′ē) adjective
1. Pertaining to stones or the art of working in precious stones.
2. Inscribed upon or cut in stone.
—noun plural ·dar·ies
1. One who cuts, engraves, and sets precious stones.
2. A connoisseur in lapidary work or gems; lapidisi. [<L lapidarius LAPIDARIAN]
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