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engraving

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Noun — The technique of cutting a design into a hard surface, typically to make a printing plate.

Etymology

From engrave + -ing.

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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.

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