Definition

To perform the process of creating designs or images on a surface by cutting or carving into it.

Example

The artist will etch a beautiful landscape onto the metal plate.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever tried to etch your own designs on glass?

No, I haven’t, but it sounds really interesting!

I just started taking a class where we etch different patterns.

That sounds like a lot of fun! I'd love to see what you create.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The process of creating a design or pattern on a surface by cutting into it, often using acid or another chemical.

Example

The artist used etch to create intricate designs on the metal plate.

Conversation

Have you ever tried using an etch to create designs on glass?

Not really, but it sounds interesting!

Yeah, I heard it can give such a unique look to the surface.

Definition

To cut or mark a surface, often using acid, to create a design or image.

Example

The artist decided to etch a beautiful pattern onto the glass.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I saw a really cool video on how to etch glass.

That sounds interesting! What kind of designs did they make?

They showed how to etch initials and simple patterns.

Root Explanation

Etch originates from the Middle Dutch word 'etsen', meaning to eat or to corrode. The word describes the process of using acid to eat away at a surface, creating a design or image.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'eat' in 'etsen' to remember that etching involves 'eating away' at a surface to create a design.

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