Etching

Synonyms of etching

• engraving
• carving
• incising

Antonyms of etching

• erasing
• blurring
• smoothing

Collocations of etching

metal etching

Frequency: 70 %

The artist specialized in metal etching techniques.

chemical etching

Frequency: 60 %

The chemical etching process produced intricate designs on the glass.

acid etching

Frequency: 55 %

The acid etching process required careful handling and ventilation.

copper etching

Frequency: 50 %

She learned the art of copper etching from a master craftsman.

intaglio etching

Frequency: 45 %

The intaglio etching created a beautiful texture on the print.

Idiomatic Expressions for etching

• Phrase: etched in memory
  Meaning: to be permanently remembered or ingrained in one's mind
  Usage: The image of her smile was etched in his memory forever.