Italian Word of the Day: Cesellatore

Meaning: Metal engraver

Part of Speech: noun

Translation: The metal engraver decorates precious metals with delicate motifs.

Context: Il cesellatore decora i metalli preziosi con motivi delicati.

Cultural nugget: The art of cesello (metal chasing and engraving) has been practiced in Italy since Etruscan times. Today's cesellatori continue this ancient craft, creating intricate designs on jewelry, religious objects, and decorative pieces.