etching

noun

etch·ing | \ ˈe-chiŋ

Definition of etching

1a : the action or process of etching

b : the art of producing pictures or designs by printing from an etched metal plate

2a : an etched design

b : an impression from an etched plate

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See a few of the original etchings which inspired the series, below. — Caroline Hallemann, Town & Country, "The Scandalous Etchings of Queen Victoria that Inspired Tonight's Episode of Victoria," 18 Feb. 2019 Marble’s aforementioned issue with acids generally makes white the wisest choice for a countertop installation, because the shade is less likely to show the etching and scratches that can occur. — Kelly Dawson, House Beautiful, "Everything You Need to Know About Having a Marble Countertop," 5 Feb. 2019 This isn't your standard pumpkin display—each week, a team of 75 carvers spends their days intricately sketching, etching, and cutting away at a whopping 5,000 gourds to create that week's look. — Candace Braun Davison, House Beautiful, "You've Never Seen A Jack O'Lantern Display Like This Before," 12 Oct. 2018 Chisel & Mouse The designers craft the buildings out of molded plaster and metal etching. — Liz Stinson, Curbed, "You can now buy iconic Bauhaus buildings in miniature," 3 Dec. 2018 More premium build, two-tone glass etching, and wireless charging. — Chris Welch, The Verge, "Here’s why the Pixel 3 and 3 XL are Google’s most expensive phones ever," 9 Oct. 2018 The Robertson Quay gallery focuses on print and paper works, including etching, screen printing, and paper making. — Ashlea Halpern, Condé Nast Traveler, "20 Best Things To Do In Singapore," 2 Mar. 2018 Using a combination of etching and hand-cutting, the presidential design depicts an image of the White House, while the vice-presidential vase shows the U.S. Capitol; both are flanked by cherry trees. — House Beautiful, "The Inaugural Ceremony: What to Expect from the Luncheon," 17 Jan. 2013 Immediately wipe up spills with a microfiber cloth to avoid staining or etching. — Elle Decor Staff, ELLE Decor, "How to Keep a Clean Kitchen," 28 Sep. 2011

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