etch — To cut or carve a design into a surface, or to impress something clearly and permanently in memory.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To cut or carve a design into a surface, or to impress something clearly and permanently in memory.
Pronunciation (IPA): /etʃ/
Example Sentences
- The graffiti artist decided to etch his masterpiece on the subway window, not realizing it was the mayor's private train.
- Scientists etch microscopic circuits onto silicon chips to create computer processors.
- The embarrassing moment was etched so deeply in his mind that he blushed every time someone mentioned karaoke.
etch
VERB[/etʃ/]
To cut or carve a design into a surface, or to impress something clearly and permanently in memory.
To cut or carve a design into a surface, or to impress something clearly and permanently in memory.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From 17th century Dutch 'etsen,' related to German 'ätzen' meaning 'to corrode.' Originally referred to the technique of using acid to corrode metal surfaces to create engravings.
Breakdown
etch (from Dutch etsen, meaning to corrode or bite into with acid)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The graffiti artist decided to etch his masterpiece on the subway window, not realizing it was the mayor's private train.”
“Scientists etch microscopic circuits onto silicon chips to create computer processors.”
“The embarrassing moment was etched so deeply in his mind that he blushed every time someone mentioned karaoke.”
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