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etch

verb

/ɛtʃ/

Meaning

to cut or carve a design onto a surface

The artist etched her initials into the glass.

etched in memory

engrave, carve, inscribe, imprint

erase, remove

etch glass, etched in memory, etch design, etch pattern

To consider as equal or equivalent.

To adjust or modify according to a new standard or plan; to reassess and realign.

To prevent someone from accomplishing something; to cause feelings of annoyance or disappointment.

to fasten or close something with a latch

to cut or gather a crop; to receive as a consequence of actions

to request information or seek an answer