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luthier

[ loo-tee-er ]

noun

  1. a maker of stringed instruments, as violins.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of luthier1

1875–80; < French, equivalent to luth lute 1 + -ier -ier 2

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Example Sentences

And if you'll do me a kindness,' she adds, 'you won't mind calling me Marie Luthier for the future, instead of Godselle.

M. François Coppée's graceful Luthier de Crémone has already been mentioned.

The countenance of the luthier brightened when he beheld this unexpected specimen of the Italian's wares.

However, he set aside these thoughts, and introduced himself to the luthier as having some Cremona Violins for sale.

After much giving and taking they became the property of the luthier.

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