engraving
UK: ɪnˈɡreɪvɪŋ | US: ɪnˈɡreɪvɪŋ
n. the art or process of cutting designs, letters, or patterns into a hard surface, especially for printing
n. a print made from an engraved plate or block
n. the act or skill of carving or incising
The word "engraving" traces back to the Old French "engraver" (to carve), derived from "en-" (a prefix meaning "in") + "grave" (from Latin "gravis," meaning "heavy" or "deep," later associated with cutting). The "-ing" suffix forms a noun denoting the action or result. The term evolved to specifically describe the art of incising designs into surfaces, particularly for printing.
The artist specialized in engraving intricate patterns on silver jewelry.
This rare engraving of a 17th-century map is highly valuable.
He learned the techniques of wood engraving from a master craftsman.
The museum displayed an exhibition of Renaissance engravings.
Modern laser engraving allows for precise and detailed designs.