engraved; engraving
1
a
: to impress deeply as if with a graver
the incident was engraved in his memory
b
: to form by incision (as on wood or metal)
2
a
: to cut figures, letters, or designs on for printing
b
engraver
noun
Examples of engrave in a Sentence
They will engrave your initials on the ring for free.
She had the ring engraved with her initials.
The image was engraved on the plaque.
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Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 7 Mar. 2025
Oscar trophies were now circulating the room, as winners had finally finished making their party rounds — all stopping at Governors Ball to get their awards engraved.
—Ryma Chikhoune, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025
Why Jonathan Bailey Skipped the 2025 SAG Awards Despite His Wicked Nomination
As the show wrapped up, some major stars gathered backstage to get their awards engraved and prompted some other fun run-ins.
—Tommy McArdle, People.com, 24 Feb. 2025
In one corner, guests had the opportunity to have their statues engraved—ensuring that nearly everyone could partake in the celebration—though many lingered until the party’s near end.
—Jamila Stewart, Vogue, 24 Feb. 2025
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“Engrave.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/engrave. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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engrave
verb
en·grave
in-ˈgrāv 
engraved; engraving
1
: to impress deeply
the incident was engraved in my memory
2
a
: to cut or carve (as letters or designs) on a hard surface
b
: to cut lines, letters, figures, or designs on or into (a hard surface) often for use in printing
c
: to print from a cut surface
an engraved wedding invitation
engraver
noun
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