Sculpté (en. Sculpted)

/sylpte/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Detailed or formed in three dimensions, often in reference to the art of sculpture.
This monument is really well sculpted.
Ce monument est vraiment bien sculpté.
Refers to something that has taken shape through the work of the sculptor.
The statue is sculpted from a block of marble.
La statue est sculptée dans un bloc de marbre.
Refers to a well-designed or muscular body.
He has a sculpted physique thanks to years of training.
Il a un physique sculpté grâce à des années d'entraînement.

Etymology

From the past participle of the verb sculpt, derived from the Latin 'sculptura'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To sculpt a body
To work in order to achieve a well-defined body.
sculpter un corps
Sculpted in stone
Made durable through sculpting work on stone.
sculpté dans la pierre
To sculpt a masterpiece
To create a remarkable work of art through sculpture.
sculpter un chef-d'œuvre

Related Words

Sculpture
The art of shaping or forming materials.
sculpture
Sculptor
An artist who practices sculpture.
sculpteur
Modeling
A technique for creating a shape by adding or manipulating matter.
modelage

Slang Meanings

To have a muscular and well-defined body.
After several months at the gym, he is really sculpted.
Après plusieurs mois de gym, il est vraiment sculpté.
To refer to something that is well-crafted or neat.
This car is sculpted; it catches the eye.
Cette voiture est sculptée, elle attire les regards.