1. a person who makes or repairs stringed musical instruments, especially violins, guitars, and other wooden instruments

Examples

• The famous luthier crafted violins that were prized by professional musicians.
• She apprenticed with a master luthier to learn the art of guitar making.
• The old violin needed repairs, so we took it to a skilled luthier.
• Many luthiers specialize in either classical instruments or modern guitars.
• The luthier carefully selected the wood for the instrument’s body.
• His workshop was filled with the tools and materials a luthier needs.