Αναζήτηση
to etch
01
χαράσσω, εγχαράσσω
to cut or carve designs or writings on a hard surface, often using acid or a laser beam
Transitive: to etch a design on a surface | to etch a design onto a surface
Example
The artist etched a detailed illustration on a metal plate.
The jeweler etched intricate patterns onto the silver pendant.
02
χαράσσω, λαξευώ
to engrave an image or design onto a block of material, such as wood or metal, for the purpose of printing
Transitive: to etch a surface or block
Example
In the traditional art of woodblock printing, craftsmen would etch the wooden blocks with scenes of everyday life.
After etching the stone block, the lithographer prepared it for printing by applying ink to the raised surfaces.
03
χαράσσω, διαβρώνω
to remove specific portions of a material's surface through chemical or physical means
Transitive: to etch a material
Example
The engineer used a strong acid to etch the copper layer from the printed circuit board.
The engineer used a laser to etch the silicon wafer with precise lines.
04
χαράσσω, τυπώνω
to make something distinctly visible or noticeable
Transitive: to etch sth
Example
The harsh sunlight etched the contours of the mountains against the clear blue sky.
Η σκληρή ηλιακή ακτινοβολία χαράσσει τις γραμμές των βουνών ενάντια στον καθαρό γαλάζιο ουρανό.
The artist used a sharp contrast of light and shadow to etch the outlines of the building.
Ο καλλιτέχνης χρησιμοποίησε έναν έντονο αντίκτυπο φωτός και σκιάς για να χαράσσει τις γραμμές του κτιρίου.
