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limner

/ˈlɪm.nər/ noun · British & US
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What does limner mean?

noun

A limner is a painter of small pictures, especially portraits, or a writer of verses. In architecture, a limner is a small ornamental carving or molding.

Example

"The artist was known as a skilled limner, capturing the likenesses of her subjects with great accuracy."

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