verb
to cut or carve a design or inscription into a surface
adjective
having a design or inscription cut or carved into a surface
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The intricate design was etched into the marble with great precision.
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He etched his initials into the tree trunk to mark his territory.
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She etched her ex's name into the bathroom stall out of spite.
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The memory of her laughter was etched into his mind forever.