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luthier

luthier

noun loo-TYEHR Rare

Origin: From French luthier, from luth (lute)

Also means

instrument maker

Usage Note

Luthier is a specialist craftsperson who builds and repairs stringed instruments, especially violins, violas, cellos, and guitars. The word is a French loanword used internationally; in Spanish it is sometimes written lutier. A luthier is distinct from a general carpintero (carpenter) by their precision work and acoustic expertise.

Examples

"El luthier reparó el violín con gran precisión."

Natural Translation

The luthier repaired the violin with great precision.

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