drypoint

[ drahy-point ]
/ ˈdraɪˌpɔɪnt /

noun

a technique of engraving, especially on copper, in which a sharp-pointed needle is used for producing furrows having a burr that is often retained in order to produce a print characterized by soft, velvety black lines.
a print made by this technique.

Origin of drypoint

First recorded in 1825–35; dry + point

Words nearby drypoint

British Dictionary definitions for dry point

dry point

noun

a technique of intaglio engraving with a hard steel needle, without acid, on a copper plate
the sharp steel needle used in this process
an engraving or print produced by this method