py·rog·ra·phy (p -r g r -f )n. pl. py·rog·ra·phies 1. The process or art of producing designs on wood, leather, or other materials by using heated tools or a fine flame. 2. A design made by this process. py ro·graph (pr-gr f) n.py·rog ra·pher n.py ro·graphic adj. |
pyrography [paɪˈrɒgrəfɪ]
n pl -phies
1. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Art Terms) the art or process of burning designs on wood or leather with heated tools or a flame
2. (Fine Arts & Visual Arts / Art Terms) a design made by this process
pyrographer n
pyrographic [ˌpaɪrəʊˈgræfɪk] adj
pyrography
the art or process of burning designs on wood or leather, using heated tools. Also called pyrogravure. — pyrographer, n. — pyrographic, adj.
See also: Artthe process of burning designs on wood or leather with a heated tool. — pyrograph, pyrographer, n. — pyrographic, adj.
See also: Fire
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | pyrography - the act of producing drawings on wood or leather by using heated tools or a fine flame draftsmanship, drawing, drafting - the creation of artistic pictures or diagrams; "he learned drawing from his father" |
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