Dry Point Definition
noun
A technique of intaglio engraving in which a hard steel needle is used to incise lines in a metal, usually copper plate, with the rough burr at the sides of the incised lines often retained to produce a velvety black tone in the print.
American Heritage
An engraving or print made using this technique.
American Heritage
Other Word Forms of Dry Point
Noun
Singular:
dry point
Plural:
dry points
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