What is another word for engraves?

Pronunciation: [ɛnɡɹˈe͡ɪvz] (IPA)

Engraving is a process of incising a design, image, or letters onto a surface through cutting or carving. Synonyms for the word engraves include etches, inscribes, carves, impresses, designs, chisels, cuts, graces, sculpts, and brands. Each of these synonyms has its own meaning and context in which they are used. For example, etching refers to engraving a design onto a metal plate using acids, while chiseling involves cutting or shaping the surface of an object using a chisel. The word engraves can also be used in a figurative sense, such as engraving a memory or experience into someone's mind.

What are the hypernyms for Engraves?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Engraves

Ambition has its vanity, and engraves a dubious victory; and Flattery will practise its art, and deceive us in gold!
"Curiosities of Literature, Vol. 3 (of 3)"
Isaac Disraeli
It engraves its mark,-it can be seen by all who read physiognomy-it says plainly-'Let not this man be trusted!
"God's Good Man"
Marie Corelli
With the possible exception of such individuals as are spending their lives in solitary confinement, there is scarcely a human being who has not in the course of nine consecutive months some untoward physical or mental experience which engraves itself upon the memory.
"The Prospective Mother A Handbook for Women During Pregnancy"
J. Morris Slemons

Famous quotes with Engraves

  • Time engraves our faces with all the tears we have not shed.
    Natalie Clifford Barney
  • Time engraves our faces with all the tears we have not shed.
    Natalie Clifford Barney

Related words: grave markers, stone markers, headstone engraving, engraving on granite, carving on stone, engraving with laser, engraving machine, stainless steel marker

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