sculptured

[ skuhlp-cherd ]

adjective

1. having a surface or shape molded, marked, carved, indented, etc., by or as if by sculpture:

   sculptured leather belts.

Other Words From

• non·sculptured adjective
• un·sculptured adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sculptured¹

First recorded in 1700–10; sculpture + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Over the archway are two sculptured figures in red terra-cotta, representing "Flora" and "Pomona."

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The whole of the carving and sculptured work has been executed by Mr. John Roddis.

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Many of these pipes are sculptured from the most obdurate stones and display great delicacy of workmanship.

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Its glory is centered chiefly in its west front, with deep buttresses and many sculptured images of kings and saints.

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In the Museum by the gates are deposited sculptured stones, vases, etc., discovered hereabouts.

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Related Words

• chiseled
• engraved
• sculpted