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Definition of landscapist
landscapist
/ˈlændˌskeɪpɪst/
land · scap · ist
Plural:landscapists
landscapist Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• noun
1
An artist who specializes in painting or drawing natural scenery and landscapes.
Example
"The nineteenth-century landscapist captured the dramatic light of the Hudson River Valley on canvas."
2
A person who designs, lays out, and modifies outdoor grounds, gardens, and natural scenery through planting and grading.
Example
"The estate owner hired a skilled landscapist to transform the overgrown hillside into a terraced garden."
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In contemporary usage, 'landscapist' most commonly refers to a painter of landscapes in art history contexts, whereas 'landscaper' is the preferred everyday term for someone who designs or maintains gardens and grounds.
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Landscapist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/landscapist