Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A method of engraving on wood by the use of a red-hot metallic point; also, a picture produced by this method.

from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • noun Pyrography; also, a design or picture made by pyrography.

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Examples

  • He was an artist of decided and original talent, who also occupied himself successfully with pyrogravure, and who was happily inspired by the Japanese colour-prints.

    The French Impressionists (1860-1900) Camille Mauclair 1908

  • "And can you define the words pyrogravure, xylographie, lithographie, or héliogravure?"

    CHE > Latest news 2010

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