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aquatint Definition


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aquatint
noun
    1. A method of intaglio etching that gives a transparent granular effect similar to that of watercolour.
    2. A picture produced using this method of etching.
verb
    tr & intr
    1. To etch using this technique.
Etymology: 18c: from Italian aqua tinta, from Latin aqua tincta dyed water.



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