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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

embossing

/ɛmˈboʊsɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does embossing mean?

noun

The process of raising a design or pattern onto a surface, typically by pressing it into a material such as metal or plastic. The act of giving a surface a raised or embossed appearance.

Example

"The artist used embossing to create a textured effect on the metal sculpture."

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