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intaglio meaning and definition
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Definition of intaglio (noun)
- a printing process that uses an etched or engraved plate; the plate is smeared with ink and wiped clean, then the ink left in the recesses makes the print
- synonyms: gravure, intaglio printing
- glyptic art consisting of a sunken or depressed engraving or carving on a stone or gem (as opposed to cameo)
- synonyms: diaglyph
Source: Princeton University Wordnet