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engrave

The correct spelling is engrave.

How to pronounce engrave

verb

IPA: /ɪnˈɡɹeɪv/

Say it like: Eng-rav-e

The correct spelling is engrave. To carve text or symbols into (something), usually for the purposes of identification or art. For example: "He engraved the plaque with his name."

Usage Examples

He engraved the plaque with his name.

He engraved his name.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To carve text or symbols into (something), usually for the purposes of identification or art.
  2. 2.To carve (something) into a material.
  3. 3.To put in a grave, to bury.

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