Definition of Burin

1. Noun. A chisel of tempered steel with a sharp point; used for engraving.

Generic synonyms: Chisel

Definition of Burin

1. n. 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.

Definition of Burin

1. Noun. A chisel with a sharp point, used for engraving; a graver. ¹

2. Noun. A prehistoric flint tool. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Burin

1. an engraving tool [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Burin

buried
buried flap
buried soil
buried suture
buried the hatchet
buried treasure
buried treasures
burier
buriers
buries
buries the hatchet
buriest
burieth
burimamide
burin (current term)
burinist
burinists
burins
burion
buriti
buritis
burka
burkaed
burkas
burked
burked(p)
burkeite
burker
burkers

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