Mezzotint
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mezzotint is a noun meaning A form of intaglio etching in which a metal plate is roughened evenly and then smoothed to bring out an image.
Meaning
A form of intaglio etching in which a metal plate is roughened evenly and then smoothed to bring out an image.
More Meanings
- An etching or print made using this method.
- To make such etchings
Word Forms
- mezzotints
- mezzotinto
- mezzotinting
- mezzotinted
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include engraving, engraver, mezzoprint, mezzograph, monotint, metzograph.
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