Definition

A device or person that creates raised designs or patterns on a surface, often used for decoration or identification.

Example

The artist used an embosser to add intricate designs to the leather wallet.

Conversation

Have you ever seen an embosser in action?

No, I haven't! What does it do?

It's a tool that creates raised designs on materials like paper or leather.

That sounds really cool! I'd love to see one being used.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Embosser → It is formed from "em-" (meaning to cause to be in) and "boss" (from Old French *bosse*, meaning a rounded protuberance). The word "embosser" means to create a raised design or pattern on a surface, as if causing it to have a rounded feature.

Memory Tip

Think of 'causing to be in' a raised design ('em-') and a 'rounded protuberance' ('boss') — that's how embosser means to create a raised effect.

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