etch 
/ˈɛtʃ/ verb
etch·es; etched; etch·ing /ˈɛtʃ/ verb [+ obj] : to produce a pattern, design, etc., by using a powerful liquid (called an acid) to cut the surface of metal or glass
▪ etched an identification number on the back of the television ▪ glass that has been etched with an identification number — often used figuratively ▪ That trip is etched in her memory. [=she will never forget that trip] ▪ Pain/sorrow was etched [=was shown very clearly] on his face.
▪ etched an identification number on the back of the television ▪ glass that has been etched with an identification number — often used figuratively ▪ That trip is etched in her memory. [=she will never forget that trip] ▪ Pain/sorrow was etched [=was shown very clearly] on his face.
— etch·er noun, plural etch·ers [count]
▪ a skillful painter and etcher
▪ a skillful painter and etcher
