Definition

A type of print made by carving an image into a block of wood and then inking it to create a picture or text.

Example

The artist created a beautiful xylograph that depicted a serene landscape.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a xylograph before?

No, I haven't! What is it exactly?

It's an engraving on wood that creates some really beautiful images.

That sounds interesting! I'd love to check one out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To create a print using a design carved into wood.

Example

The artist decided to xylograph the beautiful landscape onto paper.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you ever seen how they xylograph those beautiful prints?

No, I haven't! That sounds really interesting.

Yeah, it's amazing to watch the technique in action.

Root Explanation

XYLOGRAPH → It is formed from "xylo-" (from Greek "xulon", meaning wood) and "graph" (from Greek "grapho", meaning to write or draw). The word refers to a technique of printing from a wooden block, thus combining the concepts of wood and writing.

Memory Tip

Think of 'wood' ('xylo-') being used to 'write' ('graph') — that's why xylograph refers to a print made from a wooden block.

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