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to engrave
01
to carve or cut a design or lettering into a hard surface, such as metal or stone
Transitive: to engrave a design on a surface
Examples
The jeweler engraved the couple's initials on the wedding ring.
02
to cut a surface with a pattern, design, or letters
Transitive: to engrave a surface with a design
Examples
The artist engraved the marble surface with intricate patterns inspired by ancient mythology.
03
to cut a design, image, or text onto a block of material, such as wood, metal, or linoleum, for the purpose of creating prints
Transitive: to engrave a design
Examples
The artist engraved a detailed illustration, preparing it for printing onto handmade paper.
04
to imprint deeply in one's memory, leaving a lasting impression or recollection
Transitive
Examples
The traumatic experience of the accident was engraved in his mind.
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