lapidarian
/ˌlæpɪˈdɛriən/
adjective
- Relating to the cutting, polishing, or engraving of precious stones.
- The museum displayed a collection of lapidarian tools from ancient times.
- His lapidarian skills turned rough stones into beautiful jewels.
- She studied lapidarian techniques to become a gem cutter.
- Having the quality of being precise, elegant, and concise, like an inscription carved in stone.
- Her speech was lapidarian, with each word carefully chosen.
- The author's lapidarian prose made every sentence memorable.
- The judge's lapidarian ruling left no room for confusion.