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

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The empty shell of the utilitarian object, the device of preservation, becomes the object of presentation, allegorically denying grand sculptural promises and literally returning the sculptural object to the actual basis of corporeal and somatic experience of the body’s movement in time and space. Benjamin H. D. Buchloh, Artforum, 1 June 2025 This precise sculptural quality adds a sense of technology to all the universe sets. Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 27 May 2025 Megan Thee Stallion opted for a bold, sculptural ensemble by Chinese designer Quine Li, known for her playful use of geometric forms and asymmetry. Paul Chi, Vogue, 12 May 2025 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 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 9 Jun. 2025.

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