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A technique of intaglio printmaking similar to engraving in which an image is incised into a plate by scratching the surface with a hard, sharp metal (or diamond) point.

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  • (noun) A technique of intaglio printmaking similar to engraving in which an image is incised into a plate by scratching the surface with a hard, sharp metal (or diamond) point.
  • (noun) The needle used in this technique.
  • (noun) A print made using this technique.

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun A technique of intaglio printmaking similar to engraving in which an image is incised into a plate by scratching the surface with a hard, sharp metal (or diamond) point.
  2. 2
    noun The needle used in this technique.
  3. 3
    noun A print made using this technique.
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