About The Word Burin
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Burin
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What's The Definition Of Burin?
[n] a chisel of tempered steel with a sharp point; used for engraving
Synonyms | Synonyms for Burin: Related Terms | Find terms related to Burin: See Also | chisel Burin In Webster's Dictionary \Bu"rin\, n. [F. burin, cf. It. burino, bulino; prob. from
OHG. bora borer, bor[=o]n to bore, G. bohren. See 1st
{Bore}.]
1. The cutting tool of an engraver on metal, used in line
engraving. It is made of tempered steel, one end being
ground off obliquely so as to produce a sharp point, and
the other end inserted in a handle; a graver; also, the
similarly shaped tool used by workers in marble.
2. The manner or style of execution of an engraver; as, a
soft burin; a brilliant burin.
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