engravings
n. plural-only C1 Advanced US //ɪnˈɡɹeɪvɪŋz// UK //ɛnɡɹˈeɪvɪŋz// en·grav·ings
n. pictures or designs made by cutting lines into a hard surface like metal, wood, or stone. You often see these in old books or on jewelry.
n. prints or designs produced by incising a hard surface with a tool or acid. Refers to both the process of creation and the resulting physical objects.
The old book contains beautiful engravings of local birds.
Archaeologists discovered several ancient engravings on the cave walls depicting scenes of a successful hunt.
The museum's collection features rare copperplate engravings that demonstrate the intricate cross-hatching techniques used by master artists during the seventeenth century.
Usage
Often used in the plural to refer to a collection of such works or the specific details within a single piece.