engraving
0 antonyms and opposites of engraving, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The technique of cutting a design into a hard surface, typically to make a printing plate.
Etymology
From engrave + -ing.
Full origin of engraving →Frequently asked questions
What does “engraving” mean?
The word “engraving” means the technique of cutting a design into a hard surface, typically to make a printing plate. In plain terms, either the craft of carving designs into a surface, or the print that results from it.
How do you use “engraving” in a sentence?
Here is “engraving” used in a sentence: “He learned engraving as an apprentice to a jeweller.”
What part of speech is “engraving”?
“Engraving” is a noun.
Is “engraving” a common word?
“Engraving” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “engraving” have?
“Engraving” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the technique of cutting a design into a hard surface, typically to make a printing plate.