embossed; embossing; embosses
1
: to raise the surface of into bosses
especially
: to ornament with raised work
2
: to raise in relief from a surface
embossed; embossing; embosses
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Examples of emboss in a Sentence
Verb (1)
the simple country church has an aura of serene spirituality that is often missing in more embossed houses of worship
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Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
At the scene, investigators found car debris including mirror glass, chrome embossed with the word 'Chrysler,' and the car's front license plate.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Oct. 2024
The platinum model is the only reference to come on a strap—made of an ultra-resistant composite material embossed with a fabric motif.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
Pets are greeted with a gourmet welcome treat (with their name embossed in peanut butter), amenities (such as a cozy pet bed), and room service for dogs with menu items like Wagyu beef.
—Tiffany Leigh, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
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Verb
The watch is completed with a navy-blue strap with cream contrasting stitching in a composite material embossed with a fabric motif, and a Cubitus fold-over clasp in platinum.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
At the scene, investigators found car debris including mirror glass, chrome embossed with the word 'Chrysler,' and the car's front license plate.
—Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 17 Oct. 2024
The platinum model is the only reference to come on a strap—made of an ultra-resistant composite material embossed with a fabric motif.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 17 Oct. 2024
Pets are greeted with a gourmet welcome treat (with their name embossed in peanut butter), amenities (such as a cozy pet bed), and room service for dogs with menu items like Wagyu beef.
—Tiffany Leigh, Travel + Leisure, 15 Oct. 2024
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“Emboss.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/emboss. Accessed 4 Nov. 2024.
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