Stonecutter: meaning, definitions and examples

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stonecutter

[ ˈstəʊnkʌtər ]

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construction

A person who cuts or carves stone, especially into blocks or slabs used in building.

Synonyms

mason, quarrier, stonemason

Examples of usage

He worked as a stonecutter on the cathedral for many years.
The stonecutter carefully chiseled away at the marble to create a beautiful sculpture.

Translations

Translations of the word "stonecutter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cortador de pedra

🇮🇳 पत्थर काटने वाला

🇩🇪 Steinmetz

🇮🇩 pemotong batu

🇺🇦 камнетес

🇵🇱 kamieniarz

🇯🇵 石工 (いしく)

🇫🇷 tailleur de pierre

🇪🇸 cantero

🇹🇷 taş ustası

🇰🇷 석재공

🇸🇦 نقاش الحجر

🇨🇿 kamenník

🇸🇰 kamenár

🇨🇳 石匠 (shí jiàng)

🇸🇮 kamenorezac

🇮🇸 steinsmiður

🇰🇿 тас қашаушы

🇬🇪 ქვისმთლელი

🇦🇿 daş yonan

🇲🇽 cantero

Word origin

The term 'stonecutter' dates back to the 14th century, derived from the combination of 'stone' and 'cutter'. Stonecutters have been essential in the construction industry for centuries, shaping and preparing stone for various architectural purposes.