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burin

|bu-rin|

C1

🇺🇸

/ˈbjʊrɪn/

🇬🇧

/ˈbjʊərɪn/

engraving tool

Etymology
Etymology Information

'burin' originates from French, specifically the word 'burin,' where 'burin' meant 'engraving tool.'

Historical Evolution

'burin' changed from the French word 'burin' and eventually became the modern English word 'burin'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'engraving tool,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a small, pointed tool used for engraving or carving, especially in metal or stone.

The artist used a burin to create intricate designs on the metal plate.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a tool used in printmaking to incise lines into a surface.

The printmaker carefully wielded the burin to achieve fine details in the print.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41