pointel

A noun referring to a tool used by an engraver for marking or cutting surfaces.

• 🇩🇪Ein Werkzeug, das von Graveuren zum Markieren oder Ritzen von Oberflächen verwendet wird; auch ein Stichel oder eine Graviernadel.

1. Engraver's tool C2 formal

   A pointed instrument used by engravers for marking or cutting designs into hard surfaces.

   • The engraver carefully used a pointel to etch the fine lines.
   • He sharpened his pointel before starting the detailed work.
   • The artist's pointel left a precise mark on the metal plate.

   🇩🇪Werkzeug des Graveurs

   Synonyme: buringraverneedlepointstyle