etching
nounfemininetécnico/ˌaɡwɐˈfɔɾtɨ/low
á·gua-for·te
Definitions
1An intaglio printmaking technique in which lines are bitten into a metal plate with acid.
He learned the art of etching, or 'eau-forte', in Paris.
The detailed lines of the etching were achieved through careful use of acid.
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Common collocations
etching techniquecopperplate etchingetching print
Etymology
Do francês 'eau-forte'.