单词 | engine turning |
释义 | > as lemmasengine turning engine turning n. the act or process of engraving a symmetrical pattern on a metal item by machine, chiefly for decoration; patterning produced in this way. ΚΠ 1764 J. Wedgwood Let. 28 May in Sel. Lett. (1965) 27 I..have sent you a semple of one hobby horse (Engine turning). 1884 F. J. Britten Watch & Clockmakers' Handbk. (new ed.) 102 Engine Turning,..the wavy circular curves cut into the outside of watch cases for decoration. 1938 Bull. Metrop. Mus. Art 33 176/1 It is painted with exotic birds and flower sprays in rich colors on a coppery gold ground with simulated engine-turning. 2008 W. Mail (Cardiff) (Nexis) 7 Mar. (Features section) 8 He intends to pursue new technical initiatives..which will involve examining past techniques such as engine turning and rouletting. < as lemmas |
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