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

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Gehry has also also collaborated with Louis Vuitton on a collection of handbags reflecting his architectural style, which is known for flowing, curvilinear sculptural forms. Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025 Surrounding it are sculptural olive green chairs by Studio Wilson Copp as well as a matching sofa by Ransom & Dunn. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 21 May 2025 The white dress made an asymmetrical sculptural statement with the fabric structured to jut out at the hip and create a diagonal outline at the skirt. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 21 May 2025 The sculptural designs of Sara Xuereb grabbed my attention immediately upon their debut. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for sculptural

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 4 Jun. 2025.

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