engrave
/ɛnˈɡreɪv/ · en.grave
verb
- to carve or cut a design, letter, or other mark onto a surface, typically using a tool or instrument. The artist spent hours engraving intricate patterns onto the metal plaque.
- to inscribe or mark something permanently onto a surface. The company engraved the company logo onto the glass trophy.
noun
- the act of carving or cutting a design onto a surface. The engraving process requires great skill and patience.
Did you know? The art of engraving has been used for centuries to create intricate designs and patterns on various surfaces, from metal and stone to glass and wood.