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Meaning of drypoint | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A technique of intaglio printmaking similar to engraving in which an image is incised into a plate by scratching the surface with a hard, sharp metal (or diamond) point.
    uncountable
  2. The needle used in this technique.
    countable
  3. A print made using this technique.
    countable

Equivalents

Français pointe sèche
Italiano puntasecca
Polski sucha igła
Português ponta-seca

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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