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ALL meanings of dry point

dry point
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  • noun dry point a technique of engraving, especially on copper, in which a sharp-pointed needle is used for producing furrows having a burr that is often retained in order to produce a print characterized by soft, velvety black lines. 1
  • noun dry point a print made by this technique. 1
  • noun dry point an acid-free etching created by direct incision into a metal or clear acrylic plate with an etching scribe. 0
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