1
2
as in to imprint
to produce a vivid impression of
in just a few pages the writer etched an unforgettable portrait of one of the more remarkable First Ladies
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in etching
Related Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of etch
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Using computer simulations, the research team found that pre-treating Molybdenum disulfide with oxygen or fluorine significantly improves control during the etching process.
—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
21 June 2026
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
Ichor Holdings — Shares soared 37% to a 52-week high after the maker of semiconductor equipment parts said strong demand for etch and deposition intensity services fueled a fourth-quarter earnings beat.
—
Scott Schnipper,
CNBC,
10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for etch
Verb
Celebrities came out for the FIFA World Cup match between Austria and Argentina at AT&T Stadium when Lionel Messi further etched his name into soccer record books.
—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 June 2026
Using computer simulations, the research team found that pre-treating Molybdenum disulfide with oxygen or fluorine significantly improves control during the etching process.
—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
21 June 2026
Noun
For marble and natural stone, Flores recommends using Swiffer's dry cloths and a pH-neutral cleanser specifically formulated to keep polished stone etch-free.
—
Louise Parks,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
Ichor Holdings — Shares soared 37% to a 52-week high after the maker of semiconductor equipment parts said strong demand for etch and deposition intensity services fueled a fourth-quarter earnings beat.
—
Scott Schnipper,
CNBC,
10 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for etch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for etch
Verb
-
David Oscarson America the Beautiful Pens American pen maker David Oscarson is presenting the America the Beautiful pen collection, meticulously engraved and coated with hot enamel.
-
The ring now bears both women's wedding dates engraved side by side.
Noun
-
In Dish Jockey, an etching from 1993, a harried woman in a bandanna (shades of Rosie the Riveter) scrubs dishes while an ensemble of Tinkerbell-like housekeepers complete other chores nearby.
-
Some examples from Myers include the subtle etching in marble, the soft wear of limestone, the lived-in texture of linen, or the subtle fading and marks that form in hardwood floors.
Verb
-
Ambrosio, smiling and waving to fans, was flanked by an entourage that included her 14-year-old son, Noah, whose name was inscribed on the back of his jersey.
-
Both his father and mother have tattoos dedicated to their youngest — Messi has Ciro's name and birth date inscribed on his calf, along with his brother's names.
Noun
-
An 1825 engraving of Stirling Castle in Stirling, Scotland.
-
This engraving is among the first of his soon-to-be famous sketches of metropolitan mores.
Verb
-
But once a week, Norway still carve out a ‘fast food’ meal.
-
More than 140 family members and friends filled the 18th century Victorian house of worship’s wooden pews, iconic for featuring ornate animals carved into their ends.
Verb
-
To make this music, Atkinson sculpted Fender Rhodes piano and electronics melodies in a process akin to early musique concrète, a technique in which composers took fragments of magnetic tape and spliced them together.
-
Juan Carlos, owner of J&C Handcrafted Culture, sells hand-painted and sculpted Mexican pottery as well as exotic plants.
Verb
-
Understand cash inflow from cradle to grave and look at the forecast and cash flow weekly, holding everyone accountable for knowing their numbers and delivering on their numbers.
-
Las acciones de Google son especialmente insensibles y graves ante el cierre administrativo temporal del gobierno (shutdown), ignorando las peticiones de funcionarios gubernamentales y organizaciones hispanas que les solicitaron mantener la programación de Univision en el paquete principal.
Verb
-
Duckworth traced the origins of modern onboard spas to the launch of Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas in 2009, which was the largest cruise ship in the world at the time.
-
Founded by the Derby family, the estate traces its roots back to wheat farming long before wine arrived in the region.
Cite this Entry
“Etch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etch. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
