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depictor

|de-pic-tor|

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/dɪˈpɪktər/

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/dɪˈpɪktə/

representative artist

Etymology
Etymology Information

'depictor' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'depictor,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'pictor' meant 'painter.'

Historical Evolution

'depictor' changed from the Latin word 'depictor' and eventually became the modern English word 'depictor.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a painter or artist,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person or thing that depicts or represents something.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person or thing that depicts or represents something.

The artist is a skilled depictor of landscapes.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/04/07 09:44