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inscribe vs engrave

engrave vs inscribe

inscribe and engrave both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
inscribe No No Yes No
engrave No No Yes No
As verbs, inscribe and engrave are synonyms defined as:
  • inscribe and engrave: carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
Other synonyms of inscribe include grave, scratch.
inscribe (verb) engrave (verb)
mark with one's signature carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
address, (a work of literature) in a style less formal than a dedication carve or cut a design or letters into
write, engrave, or print as a lasting record carve or cut into a block used for printing or print from such a block
convert ordinary language into code impress or affect deeply
carve, cut, or etch into a material or surface
draw within a figure so as to touch in as many places as possible
register formally as a participant or member
Difference between inscribe and engrave

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