sculptural

adjective

sculp·tur·al ˈskəlp-chə-rəl

ˈskəlp-shrəl

: of or relating to sculpture

: resembling sculpture : sculpturesque

sculpturally adverb

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Inspired by the humble food cover, Chen deconstructed its structure to create three-dimensional silhouettes that challenged conventional ideas of clothing with sculptural form, material experimentation and reinvention of space around the body. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2026 Roughly 2,600 square feet is anchored by a great room featuring 12-foot ceilings and sculptural travertine details. — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026 For a look fit for fashion month or the boardroom, take a cue from this showgoer and finish with a crisp white button-up, a drawstring leather pouch, and sculptural jewels that lend an edge to the otherwise classic ensemble. — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 16 Oct. 2026 The objects’ sculptural cages add another layer to the work, connecting them to ideas of protection and exclusion. — Jade Wilson, ARTnews.com, 14 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sculptural

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1796, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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