Meaning of burin in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈbjurən/

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  1. Noun

    burin

    Etymology

    mid 17th century: from French; perhaps related to Old High German bora‘boring tool’

    Definitions

    1. a chisel of tempered steel with a sharp point

    Examples

    • « used for engraving »

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