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    Gravure (en. Engraving)

    /ɡʁa.vyʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Method of artistic printing that reproduces drawings or photographs.
    Wood engraving is a very ancient art form.
    La gravure sur bois est une forme d'art très ancienne.
    Representation of a subject, often in relief.
    He gave a print by the famous artist to his friend.
    Il a offert une gravure de l'artiste célèbre à son ami.
    Image obtained by this method.
    I have a book that contains beautiful engravings.
    J'ai un livre qui contient de magnifiques gravures.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'gravura', derived from 'gravis' which means 'heavy' or 'serious'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    wood engraving
    Engraving technique using a wooden block to print.
    gravure sur bois
    etching
    Engraving technique using a metal plate and an acid to create images.
    gravure à l'eau forte
    digital engraving
    Method of creating engravings through digital processes.
    gravure numérique

    Related Words

    print
    An image printed using an engraving method.
    estampe
    drawing
    Graphic representation of a subject on a surface.
    dessin
    art
    Human creation valuing aesthetics.
    art

    Slang Meanings

    Engraving can refer to attractive or alluring images, especially in magazines.
    This fashion magazine contains some really sexy engravings.
    Cette revue de mode contient des gravures vraiment sexy.
    Used to describe risqué or suggestive art.
    He has a collection of somewhat risqué engravings.
    Il a une collection de gravures un peu osées.