Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But his stepfather was an engraver, and the precocious lad saw books with plenty of pictures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

They might not be aware that those signatures go to an engraver, who uses them to decorate that year’s trophy.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2024

At that point, the engraver went to work on the silver FedEx Cup trophy.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 27, 2023

A former photo engraver, she went on to become a researcher and archivist for the family business - all while raising five children.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2023

A master engraver expertly carves his designs onto a polished copper plate using an engraving tool called a burin.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman