sculpture
|sculp/ture|
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/ˈskʌlp.tʃər/
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/ˈskʌlp.tʃə/
art of carving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sculpture' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sculptura,' where 'sculpere' meant 'to carve.'
Historical Evolution
'sculptura' transformed into the Old French word 'sculpture,' and eventually became the modern English word 'sculpture' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to carve or engrave,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the art of making forms.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the art of making two- or three-dimensional representative or abstract forms, especially by carving stone or wood or by casting metal or plaster.
The museum has a vast collection of modern sculpture.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35