glyptics

[glip-tiks]

noun

1. (used with a singular verb),  glyptography.

glyptics

/ ˈɡlɪptɪks /

noun

1. (functioning as singular) the art of engraving precious stones

Word History and Origins

Origin of glyptics¹

First recorded in 1810–20; glyptic, -ics

Example Sentences

Constantinople was the only place where glyptics were understood and practised upon large hard stones in the early Middle Ages.

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The art of the lapidary, or science of glyptics, is a most interesting study, and it would be a mistake not to consider it for a few moments on its technical side.

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Theophilus on glyptics is too delightfully naïve for us to resist quoting his remarks.

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