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    Gravée (en. Engraved)

    /ɡʁa.ve/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Technique of carving or incising a surface to create an image or pattern.
    The engraving on this piece of jewelry is very detailed.
    La gravée sur ce bijou est très détaillée.
    Work resulting from this technique.
    This engraving represents a beautiful landscape.
    Cette gravée représente un paysage magnifique.
    Action of engraving an official document.
    The engraving of the contract was done by a notary.
    La gravée du contrat a été faite par un notaire.

    Etymology

    From the French verb 'graver', derived from the Latin 'grāvare' meaning 'to make serious' or 'to render serious'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make an engraving
    To realize an engraving.
    faire une gravée
    engraved in memory
    An unforgettable memory.
    gravée dans la mémoire
    engraved forever
    That will remain forever.
    gravée à jamais

    Related Words

    to engrave
    Action of marking or making an imprint.
    graver
    engraving
    Technique or art of engraving, often related to printing.
    gravure
    engraved
    Past participle of the verb to engrave, used to describe something that is incised.
    gravé

    Slang Meanings

    Used to describe something really serious.
    What you are saying is serious.
    Ce que tu dis, c'est gravée.
    To talk about a difficult or problematic situation.
    The situation is serious, we need to act quickly.
    La situation est gravée, on doit agir vite.