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ETCHED

(adj.sat, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Etched.

Etched - as an adjective satellite

Cut or impressed into a surface

Example: "An incised design"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
engraved13graven10incised10inscribed14

Etched - as a verb

To cut into a surface with an acid or other corrosive substance in order to make a pattern. best known as a technique for creating printing plates, but also used for decoration on metal, and, in modern industry, to make circuit boards.

To engrave a surface.

To make a lasting impression.

Example: "The memory of 9/11 is etched into my mind."

To sketch; to delineate.

Etched - as an adjective

Cut or dug into the surface as by etching.

(of a muscle, body part or person) toned and with a well-defined musculature.

Example Sentences

"The etched glass window added an elegant touch to the room."
"I admired the intricate design on the etched silver bracelet."
"The etched letters on the tombstone were weathered and difficult to read."
"She wore an etched pendant around her neck that held sentimental value."
"The artist used etched metal plates to create beautiful prints."
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Word Game Points

Is ETCHED a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, etched is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ETCHED has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is ETCHED a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, etched is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ETCHED has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is ETCHED a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, etched is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ETCHED has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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