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ETCHED

12 pts

Extended Definitions

verb

  1. 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.
  2. To engrave a surface.
  3. To make a lasting impression.

adjective

  1. Cut or dug into the surface as by etching.
  2. (of a muscle, body part or person) Toned and with a well-defined musculature.

verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

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Letter Values

E1
T1
C3
H4
E1
D2
= 12