photoengraving
photoengraving · photoengravings
A process of transferring a photographic image onto a plate which is then etched and…A process of transferring a photographic image onto a plate which is then etched and printed.
Meaning
2 senses(uncountable)A process of transferring a photographic image onto a plate which is then etched and printed.
(countable)A plate or reproduction made using this process.
More definitions
- an engraving used to reproduce an illustration
Forms
plural: photoengravings| Singular | photoengraving |
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Synonyms
2 synonymsClose in meaning
- an engraving used to reproduce an illustration:halftonehalftone engraving
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable