engraving

noun

en·​grav·​ing in-ˈgrā-viŋ 

en-

1

: the act or process of one that engraves

2

: something that is engraved: such as

a

: an engraved printing surface

b

: engraved work

3

: an impression from an engraved printing surface

Examples of engraving in a Sentence

She studied engraving in an art class.

Recent Examples on the Web

Founder and designer Baylee Zwart is passionate about creating original, genderless jewelry, all handmade by a team of artisans in L.A. Order a double-sided version to have a different fingerprint on each side, add some sparkle with diamonds, or opt for a custom engraving. —Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2025

By seamlessly blending engraving with Wotto’s bold, colorful illustration, Maurice Lacroix delivers a watch that stands out both as a timepiece and as a statement of creativity. —Matthew Catellier, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025

Many of its pieces feature elaborate handcrafted engravings, such as bandana patterns or faces, inspired by everything from surfing and skateboarding to DJ sets and raves. —Mekaylah Yowpp-Hernacki, Vogue, 28 Feb. 2025

Many crystal decanter sets come with extras like glass coasters, personalized engraving, stainless steel chilling spheres or recipe books. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing engraving

• line engraving
• steel engraving
• wood engraving

Rhymes for engraving

• behaving
• enslaving
• lifesaving
• repaving
• autoclaving
• misbehaving
• braving
• caving
• craving
• graving
• laving
• paving

Kids Definition

engraving

noun

en·​grav·​ing

in-ˈgrā-viŋ

1

: the art of cutting something especially into the surface of wood, stone, or metal

2

: a print made from an engraved surface