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Etch

Definition

(technical) To cut or carve a design or pattern onto a surface, especially using acid or a sharp tool. Often used in contexts of art, engraving, or manufacturing. Can also refer to the process of creating a detailed image or impression on a material.

Example Sentences

1The artist spent hours carefully etching the intricate design onto the copper plate.
2Is it possible to etch a precise pattern onto a glass surface without causing it to shatter?
3The company uses a specialized etching process to create the detailed engravings on their luxury watches.
4Avoid using acid to etch metal surfaces unless you have proper ventilation and protective gear.
5There is a long tradition of etching in printmaking, from Rembrandt's masterful use of the technique to modern experimental artists.

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