engrave

1 of 1verb

/ɪnˈɡreɪv/

Forms:engraves,engraving,engraved,engraved

to carve or cut a design or lettering into a hard surface, such as metal or stone

transitive

The jeweler engraved the couple's initials on the wedding ring.
The engraver skillfully engraved the family crest on the silver tray.
The sculptor engraved the historical dates on the marble monument.
The monument was engraved with the names of those who had fallen in battle.
The artist engraved intricate patterns onto the silver bracelet, making it a unique piece of art.

Synonyms:

to cut a surface with a pattern, design, or letters

transitive

The artist engraved the marble surface with intricate patterns inspired by ancient mythology.
The sculptor engraved the granite monument with the names of fallen soldiers.
The master calligrapher engraved the wooden plaque with flowing script.
The jeweler engraved the silver locket with a delicate rose motif.
The metalworker engraved the brass plate with the recipient's name and achievements.

Synonyms:

to cut a design, image, or text onto a block of material, such as wood, metal, or linoleum, for the purpose of creating prints

transitive

The artist engraved a detailed illustration, preparing it for printing onto handmade paper.
The traditional woodblock printmaker painstakingly engraved Japanese characters onto a cherry wood block.
The master printer engraved a series of landscapes onto zinc plates.
The illustrator engraved whimsical illustrations, creating stamps for decorating cards.

Synonyms:

to imprint deeply in one's memory, leaving a lasting impression or recollection

The traumatic experience of the accident was engraved in his mind.
The heartfelt words of the farewell speech were engraved in the retiring principal's memory.
The lessons learned from his failures and triumphs were engraved in his character.
The haunting melody of the music piece was engraved in her soul, evoking emotions that words could not express.