xylography
|xy-log-ra-phy|
C2
/zaɪˈlɒɡrəfi/
wood engraving
Etymology
Etymology Information
'xylography' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'xylon' meaning 'wood' and 'graphia' meaning 'writing or engraving'.
Historical Evolution
'xylography' changed from the Greek word 'xylon' and 'graphia' and eventually became the modern English word 'xylography'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'writing or engraving on wood', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the art of engraving on wood, or of printing from such engravings.
The museum had an exhibit on the history of xylography.
Synonyms
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