engrave
Use Engrave in a sentence
verb (used with object), en·graved, en·grav·ing.
1.
to chase (letters, designs, etc.) on a hard surface, as of metal, stone, or the end grain of wood: She had the jeweler engrave her name on the back of the watch.
2.
to print from such a surface.
3.
to mark or ornament with incised letters, designs, etc.: He engraved the ring in a floral pattern.
4.
to impress deeply; infix: That image is engraved on my mind.
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| —vb | |
| 1. | to inscribe (a design, writing, etc) onto (a block, plate, or other surface used for printing) by carving, etching with acid, or other process |
| 2. | to print (designs or characters) from a printing plate so made |
| 3. | to fix deeply or permanently in the mind |
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| en'graver | |
| —n | |
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Word Origin & History
engrave
c.1500, from en- + obsolete verb grave "carve" (see grave (v.)). Related: Engraved; engraving.
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Example sentences
Engrave or mark larger possessions, such as electronic equipment or tools to show ownership.
Engrave electronics and tools with your driver license number.
Engrave or permanently mark your bicycle with an identifying number.
Engrave markings on your computer for easy identification if stolen.
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