Cupeller

/ˈkjuːpələr/ noun

Definition

British spelling variant of cupeler; a craftsperson specializing in cupellation and the refinement of precious metals.

Etymology

British English formation of the agent noun from 'cupel' with double '-l' before '-er,' following British conventions for consonant doubling.

Kelly Says

The double 'l' in 'cupeller' versus single 'l' in 'cupeler' shows how spelling rules create international variants—same profession, different sides of the Atlantic, a reminder that English is a plural language with multiple valid standards.

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