Etch
Pronunciation: /ˈɛtʃ/
Etch (verb)
- to cut a design or words into a surface using a sharp tool or acid.
- to make a strong, lasting impression in someone's mind.
- to use chemicals to create a pattern or design on a surface.
Examples
- The artist etched a design onto the metal plate.
- She etched her initials into the wooden table.
Common collocations: etch a design, etch initials, etch onto metal, etched in memory, etched in mind