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as in engraving
to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface
the artist etched his landscape on a copper plate
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as in imprinting
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
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Recent Examples of etching
Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
In these bite-size courses, which can be as short as a week or two, future engineers and technicians can gain critical hands-on experience in clean-room fundamentals or an introduction to topics like lithography or etching.
—Gwendolyn Rak, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Sep. 2025
Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Each one was crafted using ground-breaking new techniques in 3-D ink layering, 3-D marquetry, and laser etching.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
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Noun
According to Stein, the acid can eat away at the stone’s finish and cause dull spots or etching.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2025
In these bite-size courses, which can be as short as a week or two, future engineers and technicians can gain critical hands-on experience in clean-room fundamentals or an introduction to topics like lithography or etching.
—Gwendolyn Rak, IEEE Spectrum, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
Odd sleeping conditions did not stop Addison Barger from etching his name into Toronto Blue Jays' history Friday night.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Each one was crafted using ground-breaking new techniques in 3-D ink layering, 3-D marquetry, and laser etching.
—Howard Walker, Robb Report, 22 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for etching
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Costco has 'aggressive timeline' for construction, Nelson said Stephen Cross, real estate development director for Costco, said detailed building drawings are currently being created.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
5 Nov. 2025
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Walls will be dotted with paintings, drawings and etchings that reflect the history and private collection of husband-and-wife founders Gérard and Danielle Darel.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Just start engraving the Tony statues right now.—
EW Staff,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Oct. 2025
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Thanks for giving me my tombstone engraving!—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
22 Aug. 2025
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The King produced the watercolor when he was known as Prince Charles, the Prince of Wales, and separated from Princess Diana.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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Bring your own artwork and supplies (acrylic, oil, or watercolor) to work with Alex and fellow artists.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Nov. 2025
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Like inscribing shell casings, communicating messages in connection with high-profile acts of violence has a long history.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
24 Sep. 2025
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The pastel hues are broken up at the bottom of this pair with burgundy rubber below the shoe’s signature Abzorb SBS cushioning pods.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
14 Oct. 2025
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Snag it in one of 32 different colors, including cozy neutrals and pretty pastels.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Oct. 2025
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Skirmishing, partying, carving cups, draping themselves in fur, making smart headgear.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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In the video of Prince Harry carving a pumpkin, the kids can be seen playing.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
2 Nov. 2025
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The throw is crafted with acrylic, but don’t be fooled by its price; the intricate, woven yarn resembles that of chenille, with a buttery-smooth texture that feels luxuriously soft to the touch.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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Bring your own artwork and supplies (acrylic, oil, or watercolor) to work with Alex and fellow artists.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Their knack for samples, melodies, and sculpting moments of bliss is intoxicating.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
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It is made of the brand's signature sculpting fabric and also contains collagen yarns.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Etching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etching. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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