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engraving

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ɡɾɐˈvuɾɐ/gra·vu·ra

Definition

1

A printed image made from an incised plate (metal, wood, etc.); the art or technique of producing such images.

Usage examples

The book was illustrated with beautiful engravings.
He studied the technique of copper engraving.

Common combinations

wood engravingetchingcollection of printsengraving technique