spec. A bag or cushion filled with fine sand, used (a) in Engraving, as a support for the plate; (b) in Surgery as a support for a set limb.
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| 释义 | society > leisure > the arts > visual arts > printmaking > engraving > intaglio printing > [noun] > metal plate > equipment (5) sandbag1658 spec. A bag or cushion filled with fine sand, used (a) in Engraving, as a support for the plate; (b) in Surgery as a support for a set limb. cushion1735 In various specific and technical applications: as, the ‘pillow’ used in making bone-lace; a receptacle for pins, a pincushion, n.; †an ink-pad for… scraper1747 A scraping instrument held in the hand. Engraving. A three-sided tool used to remove burrs left by the graver, etching needle, or dry-point, or… bridge1860 In engraving, miniature painting, jewellery making, etc.: a strip of wood or other material, often supported at each end, used to raise the hand… transfer-press1877 in engraving, a transferring machine. |
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