etch
US /etʃ/
UK /etʃ/
1.
incidere, scolpire
to cut, carve, or engrave a design or inscription into a surface, especially metal or glass, using acid or a sharp tool
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The artist will etch the intricate pattern onto the copper plate.
L'artista inciderà il motivo intricato sulla lastra di rame.
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She learned how to etch glass to create decorative designs.
Ha imparato a incidere il vetro per creare disegni decorativi.
2.
imprimere, incidere
to impress deeply or permanently on the mind or memory
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The tragic event was etched into his memory forever.
L'evento tragico rimase impresso nella sua memoria per sempre.
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Her words were etched in my mind, guiding my decisions.
Le sue parole erano impresse nella mia mente, guidando le mie decisioni.