sculptural

adjective

sculp·​tur·​al ˈskəlp-chə-rəl How to pronounce sculptural (audio)
ˈskəlp-shrəl
1
: of or relating to sculpture
2
: resembling sculpture : sculpturesque
sculpturally adverb

Examples of sculptural in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web But his look didn’t disappoint in a white Burberry gown with a white jacket and white cape with sculptural flowers. Naledi Ushe, USA TODAY, 7 May 2024 The most showstopping aspect of her ensemble, however, was her sculptural headpiece, whose thorns gave shape to a sheer veil that covered her upper body and face. Anna Tingley, Variety, 7 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for sculptural 

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Word History

First Known Use

1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sculptural was in 1796

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“Sculptural.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sculptural. Accessed 19 May. 2024.

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