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Etching Definition & Meaning

etching
noun
  1. an impression made from an etched plate
  2. an etched plate made with the use of acid
  3. making engraved or etched plates and printing designs from them

"Etching" in song lyrics

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  • "glass etching"
    AOL — AOL
  • "cd laser etching"
    AOL — AOL
  • "glass 20etching"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does etching mean?
an impression made from an etched plate an etched plate made with the use of acid making engraved or etched plates and printing designs from them
What part of speech is etching?
Etching is a noun.
How many definitions does etching have?
Etching has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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