Embossing: meaning, definitions and examples

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embossing

 

[ ษชmหˆbษ”หsษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

printing technique

Embossing is a manufacturing process that creates a raised or recessed design on a surface, typically paper or leather. This method adds a tactile quality to the material and is often used to enhance the visual appearance of printed materials. It involves a die or a mold to press the design into the surface, leaving an impression that can be felt by touch. Embossing is commonly used in creating business cards, invitations, and decorative covers.

Synonyms

branding, relief printing, stamping

Examples of usage

  • The business card featured an elegant embossing of the company logo.
  • She admired the embossing on the invitation, which made it look luxurious.
  • The leather wallet had beautiful embossing that highlighted the craftsmanship.

Translations

Translations of the word "embossing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น relevo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคคเฅเค•เฅ€เคฐเฅเคฃเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Prรคgung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ embossing

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‚ะธัะฝะตะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wytล‚aczanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚จใƒณใƒœใ‚นๅŠ ๅทฅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gaufrage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ embossado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kabartma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์–‘๊ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ู‚ุด ุจุงุฑุฒ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ raลพenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ embosovanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅŽ‹ๅฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ vtis

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ embossing

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐัั‚ั‹ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒ•แƒ”แƒ แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลŸtamplama

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ embossing

Etymology

The term 'embossing' derives from the prefix 'em-', meaning 'to cause to be' or 'to put in', and 'boss', which comes from the Old French word 'bosse', meaning 'bump' or 'protuberance'. The use of embossing dates back to ancient civilizations where decorative techniques were employed in various materials like metal and leather. Over the centuries, this skill evolved, with notable use in the printing industry during the 19th century, where advancements in equipment allowed for more intricate designs. Today, embossing remains a popular technique in both graphics design and product packaging, often associated with high-quality and premium goods.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,276, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.