—n. (pl. -os)
1 a gem with an incised design (cf. CAMEO).
2 an engraved design.
3 a carving, esp. incised, in hard material.
4 a process of printing from an engraved design.
—v.tr. (-oes, -oed)
1 engrave (material) with a sunk pattern or design.
2 engrave (such a design).
Etymology: It. (as INTAGLIATED)
Useful english dictionary. 2012.