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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
Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025
Each coaster has an etching of something that is uniquely Louisville, from the city's skyline to its many pronunciations and the Fleur-de-lis emblem.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
In falling in the opener of their short road trip to the Great Lakes region, rookie Kon Knueppel closed the gap on etching his name into NBA lore.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 21 Dec. 2025
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Noun
The personalization options vary, with the brand offering several different techniques based on the product; foil debossing, engraving, embroidery, vinyl decals, laser etching, and hand stamping are all in the repertoire.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025
Each coaster has an etching of something that is uniquely Louisville, from the city's skyline to its many pronunciations and the Fleur-de-lis emblem.
—Olivia Evans, Louisville Courier Journal, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
Avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners on hardwood, stone, or tile, as these can dull surfaces and cause etching over time.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
In falling in the opener of their short road trip to the Great Lakes region, rookie Kon Knueppel closed the gap on etching his name into NBA lore.
—Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 21 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for etching
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Below is a recap of lottery drawings for the latest streak and how long it's taken to get to the current prize.—
Jennifer Sangalang,
Florida Times-Union,
28 Jan. 2026
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All seven Harry Potter hardcover books signed by 12 cast members, including Emma Thompson, Helena Bonham Carter, Ralph Fiennes, Rupert Grint, Matthew Lewis and more, will be up for a drawing, according to Pancreatic Cancer UK.—
Sarah Sotoodeh,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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But in all realities, the E3 uses two auto-focus points – like a stereo range finder – for engraving over uneven or concave/convex surfaces.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
14 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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Bring your own artwork and supplies (acrylic, oil, or watercolor) to work with Alex and fellow artists.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Dec. 2025
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This month, Davis painted the Christmas tree inside the Union Station and included a watercolor sticker of the Shuttlecock at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
22 Dec. 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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Awkwafina rocks a full pastel look at the Visual Icon: A Visual Memoir premiere in Los Angeles on Jan. 20. TV personality and model Audrina Patridge is on-theme in a pink, sparkly dress at the Visual Icon: A Visual Memoir premiere in Los Angeles on Jan. 20.—
Katie Hill,
PEOPLE,
23 Jan. 2026
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Blouses in white or pastel shades like lavender, powder pink, or mint green are particularly ideal for the season.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
18 Jan. 2026
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And carving out the hour(s) to do it myself feels meditative, fun, and so satisfying.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
22 Jan. 2026
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But most eastern skiers (rightfully so) ski on carving skis with narrowness underfoot.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
21 Jan. 2026
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Plus, the acrylic casing keeps items protected.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
21 Jan. 2026
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The reversible blanket features 100 percent polyester on one side and a polyester, acrylic, and wool blend material on the other that creates the perfect balance of buttery-soft comfort and soothing warmth without feeling too heavy.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Jan. 2026
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The Matte collection offers smooth, sculpting pieces featuring Dri-Fit technology and two levels of compression.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Through his vital performance, and no doubt, director Peter Ellenstein’s shaping and sculpting the portrayal, what could be at worst a pooh-bah’s laundry list makes for a consuming evening.—
Christopher Smith,
Oc Register,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Etching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/etching. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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