etching
Translation
etching, engraving
Examples
He bought a beautiful etching at the art gallery.
He bought a beautiful etching at the art gallery.
Etching is a process that uses acid.
Etching is a process that uses acid.
Grammar Patterns
((an)) etching a print made from an etched plate He admired the detailed etching on the wall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: engraving, print, carving
Etymology
From Dutch 'etsen' (to etch), related to the verb 'to eat', as the acid 'eats' away at the metal.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'etching a sketch' onto a metal plate using acid.