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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

aquatint

/ˈækwətɪnt/ noun · British & US
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What does aquatint mean?

noun

A printing technique that uses etching to create a design on a metal plate, which is then used to print an image. A soft, blurred image, especially one created by this technique.

Example

"The artist used aquatint to create a dreamy, ethereal effect in her print."

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