as in etching
to cut (as letters or designs) on a hard surface
laid to rest under a stone insculpt with the figure of an angel
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The bowl itself looks like a flower petal, and features detailed, spiral etching in the center.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026 -
If Your Glassware Is Etched If the haze remains after testing or treating with vinegar, etching is likely the culprit.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
30 Mar. 2026
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Like inscribing shell casings, communicating messages in connection with high-profile acts of violence has a long history.—
Connor Greene,
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24 Sep. 2025
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“Insculping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insculping. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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