Embossment

Pronunciation: /ɪmˈbɔsmənt/

Definitions of embossment

noun a raised design or decoration on a surface, typically made of metal or plastic

Example Sentences

A1 The embossment on the card made it easy to distinguish from the others.

A2 She admired the intricate embossment on the leather journal.

B1 The embossment of the company logo on the letterhead gave it a professional touch.

B2 The embossment on the metal plaque added a sense of elegance to the award.

C1 The embossment technique used on the book cover was done with precision and skill.

C2 The embossment of the family crest on the silver spoon was a work of art.

Examples of embossment in a Sentence

formal The embossment on the official document adds a touch of elegance.

informal I love the embossment on this invitation, it looks so fancy.

slang Check out the cool embossment on my new phone case!

figurative Her words left an embossment on my heart, I couldn't forget them.

Grammatical Forms of embossment

• past tense: embossed
• plural: embossments
• comparative: more embossed
• superlative: most embossed
• present tense: emboss
• future tense: will emboss
• perfect tense: have embossed
• continuous tense: is embossing
• singular: embossment
• positive degree: embossed
• infinitive: to emboss
• gerund: embossing
• participle: embossing

Origin and Evolution of embossment

First Known Use: 0014 year

Language of Origin: Middle English and Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'embossment' originated from the Middle English word 'embossement' which was derived from the Old French word 'embossement' meaning to raise or carve in relief.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'embossment' has retained its meaning of creating a raised design or pattern on a surface, often through carving or molding.