Definition

A person who creates images or designs using a process called photoengraving, which involves transferring photographs onto a printing plate.

Example

The photoengraver carefully prepared the plates for the printing press.

Conversation

Have you ever met a photoengraver before?

No, I haven't. What do they do exactly?

They create detailed engravings using photographs and special techniques.

That sounds really interesting! I’d love to see their work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Photoengraver → It is formed from "photo-" (from Greek "phōtos", meaning light) and "engraver" (from Old French "engraver", meaning to carve or engrave). The word refers to a person or device that engraves images using light.

Memory Tip

Think of 'light' ('photo-') being used to 'carve' ('engraver') images, which is what a photoengraver does.

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