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drypoint.

A technique of intaglio printmaking similar to engraving in which an image is incised into a plate by scratching the surface with a hard, sharp metal (or diamond) point.

8 characters2 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun
  1. A technique of intaglio printmaking similar to engraving in which an image is incised into a plate by scratching the surface with a hard, sharp metal (or diamond) point.

    uncountable
  2. The needle used in this technique.

    countable
  3. A print made using this technique.

    countable
Where this word comes from

From dry + point.

verb
  1. To create a print by this means.

Where this word comes from

From dry + point.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.