ETCHING Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of etching

as in drawing

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verb

present participle of etch

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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Noun

Dull spots are typically caused by etching, which can occur when acidic substances or harsh cleaning products come into contact with the stone. — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 June 2026 In Dish Jockey, an etching from 1993, a harried woman in a bandanna (shades of Rosie the Riveter) scrubs dishes while an ensemble of Tinkerbell-like housekeepers complete other chores nearby. — Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026

Verb

The shop is known for its ukiyo-e, or Japanese woodblock, prints, as well as for its use of etching, aquatint, monotype, screen-printing, and digital hybrid methods. — News Desk, Artforum, 17 Sep. 2026 In addition to etchings and pet nose art, Pratt makes complete keepsake etchings consisting of a pet portrait etching, a pet’s personal item, their paw print and other mementos. — Yvonne Villasenor, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for etching

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Noun

More than 265,000 other tickets sold in the United States also won prizes ranging from $10 to $50,000 in the drawing, the lottery said.

— Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 18 Oct. 2026
The exhibition culminates with the Future Indicative (1977), collaging Krasner’s figure drawings.

— John Yau, ARTnews.com, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of drawing

Verb

Although Craven’s touch is missing, Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett honor his memory by mimicking his style while engraving their own slick mark.

— Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Sep. 2026
Genesis claims that this Wing Face Micro Lens Array is an industry first and required a special laser-engraving process to execute.

— Marco Della Cava, Robb Report, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of engraving

Noun

Another is a loose watercolor that resembles a Color Field painting, rather than the technique typically associated with Basquiat.

— Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 7 Oct. 2026
The artist complicates the photographs further by painting over them with ink and watercolor.

— Erin Parish, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of watercolor

Noun

If your nail style leans a little moodier, consider swapping your usual pastel for an espresso manicure.

— Amanda Le, InStyle, 26 July 2026
Its palatial villas are decked out in pops of pastel, emerald marble showers, rose gold finishes and artful details that make this lavish outpost a cut above the rest.

— Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026

Definition of pastel

Verb

Although Williamsburg has become a hot spot for brands ranging from Hermès to The North Face for new retail locations, Rew the Store is carving out a niche for its conceptual design and strong portfolio of brands.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
The ongoing construction inside includes carving out a podcast room in the back.

— Terry Tang, Los Angeles Times, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of carving

Noun

With iPolish, a single set of smart press-on acrylic nails can switch between hundreds of colors in seconds using electronic display technology.

— Nina Derwin, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
The most water-repellent plastics, polyethylene and polypropylene, were the most active, while PET and acrylic, which contain chemical groups that attract water, were the least.

— Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of acrylic

Verb

Limestone bluffs, dramatic plaza entrances Notable, construction will include digging a 90-foot hole and sculpting the stadium site out of the ground’s limestone.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 15 Oct. 2026
Fry said wool crinkle brings together give, recovery and sculpting support with the softness, breathability and the material character of Merino wool.

— Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026

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