Definitions for line engraving
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Random House Webster's College Dictionary
line′ engrav`ing(n.)
an engraving in which all effects are produced by variations in the width and density of lines incised with a burin.
Category: Printing, Fine Arts
Princeton's WordNet
linecut, line engraving(noun)
a print obtained from a line drawing
linecut, line block, line engraving(noun)
engraving consisting of a block that has been etched or engraved
Wiktionary
line engraving(Noun)
Engraving in which the effects are produced by lines of different width and closeness, cut with the burin upon copper or similar material; also, a plate so engraved.
line engraving(Noun)
A picture produced by printing from such an engraving.
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