Does the Word Lapidary Mean?

of or relating to the cutting or engraving of precious stones. characterized by an exactitude and extreme refinement that suggests gem cutting: a lapidary style; lapidary verse. of, relating to, or suggestive of inscriptions on stone monuments.

What lapidary means?

1 : having the elegance and precision associated with inscriptions on monumental stone a stanza that has a lapidary dignity. 2a : sculptured in or engraved on stone. b : of, relating to, or suggestive of precious stones or the art of cutting them.

What is the origin of the word lapidary?

lapidary (n.)

"one skilled in working with precious stones," late 14c., from Old French lapidaire "stonecutter," also "treatise on precious stones" (12c.), from Latin lapidarius "stonecutter," originally an adjective "of or working with stone," from lapis (genitive lapidis) "stone" (see lapideous).