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    lapidary

    lapidary - Dictionary definition and meaning for word lapidary

    Definition
    (noun) an expert on precious stones and the art of cutting and engraving them
    Synonyms : lapidarist
    Definition
    (noun) a skilled worker who cuts and engraves precious stones
    Synonyms : lapidist
    Definition
    (adj) of or relating to precious stones or the art of working with them
    Example Sentence
    • the ring is of no lapidary value
    • lapidary art
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for lapidary

LIPI is a style of writing...a person who writes or engraves on stones is LAPIDARY

I picture a guy with precious stones in his lap, Cutting each one then engraving and polishing; He's most proficient at his task, this talented chap; As a first rate lapidary, his artistry's astonishing. JBG 12/28/10

Lapidary = Lapi + diary, To lapi means stone in this lines are write shows the diary i.e the la-pi can be used as diary.

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