luthier

[loo-tee-er]

noun

a maker of stringed instruments, as violins.

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Origin of luthier

1875–80; < French, equivalent to luth lute¹ + -ier -ier²

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Historical Examples

After much giving and taking they became the property of the luthier.
The Violin
George Hart
The countenance of the luthier brightened when he beheld this unexpected specimen of the Italian's wares.
The Violin
George Hart
However, he set aside these thoughts, and introduced himself to the luthier as having some Cremona Violins for sale.
The Violin
George Hart

Word Origin and History for luthier

n.

"lute-maker," 1879, from French luthier, from luth (see lute).

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