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maculature

noun mac·u·la·ture \ ˈmakyələˌchu̇(ə)r \

Definition of maculature

plural -s
: an impression made from an intaglio engraved plate to remove ink from the recessed areas

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Origin and Etymology of maculature

French, from Latin maculatus + French -ure

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