Etching (disambiguation)

Etching may refer to:

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  Etching (printmaking technique)

  A printmaking process where an image is carved into a metal plate using acid or etchants, producing etched prints.

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  Etching (materials processing)

  A manufacturing/materials technique that removes material from a surface using chemical or plasma etchants, widely used in semiconductor fabrication.

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  Etching (metalworking process)

  A general term for chemical surface treatment of metals that creates patterns or corrosion textures, including decorative and industrial applications.