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intagli

/ɪnˈtɑːl.ji/advanced Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.noun

Engravings or designs carved into a material such as a gemstone or metal, such that the impression sits below the surface; plural or variant form of intaglio.

Example Sentences:
  • The museum displayed a collection of ancient Roman intagli carved into carnelian and amethyst.
  • Master artisans used fine tools to etch intricate intagli onto the metal plates.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

An uncommon variant or historical plural form of 'intaglio', derived from Italian 'intaglio', meaning 'an engraving', from 'intagliare' ('to carve or engrave'), combining the prefix 'in-' ('in') with 'tagliare' ('to cut', from Late Latin 'taliare').

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'intaglio' (engraved gems) and drop the 'o' to get the plural or variant form 'intagli'.

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1. What is the meaning of “intagli” in English?

In English, intagli (noun) is defined as: “Engravings or designs carved into a material such as a gemstone or metal, such that the impression sits below the surface; plural or variant form of intaglio.”.

2. How do you use “intagli” in a sentence?

The museum displayed a collection of ancient Roman intagli carved into carnelian and amethyst.

3. What are English synonyms of “intagli”?

Common synonyms include:intaglios,engravings,carvings,etchings

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “intagli”?

An uncommon variant or historical plural form of 'intaglio', derived from Italian 'intaglio', meaning 'an engraving', from 'intagliare' ('to carve or engrave'), combining the prefix 'in-' ('in') with 'tagliare' ('to cut', from Late Latin 'taliare').