Definition

A person or tool that carves or engraves designs into a surface, often used in art or metalwork.

Example

The artist used a graver to create intricate designs on the metal plate.

Conversation

I saw a really cool statue being made by a graver yesterday.

That sounds interesting! What kind of statue was it?

It was a beautiful horse, and the graver was so skilled.

I love watching artists at work; it’s amazing how they bring things to life.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Graver → It is formed from "grave" (from Old French *grave*, meaning serious or weighty) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A graver is a person who engraves or carves designs, often in a serious or detailed manner.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'serious' ('grave') about their work of engraving, and the '-er' indicates that they are a person doing that work.

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