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Repoussé and chasing

Repoussé or repoussage ( ) is a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief. Chasing or embossing is a similar technique in which the piece is hammered on the front side, sinking the metal. The two techniques are often used in conjunction.

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DEFINITIONS
  • verbTo pursue.
  • verbTo consume another beverage immediately after drinking hard liquor, typically something better tasting or less harsh such as soda or beer; to use a drink as a chaser
  • verbTo groove; indent.
  • verbTo place piping or wiring in a groove encased within a wall or floor, or in a hidden space encased by a wall.
  • nounEngraved or embossed decoration.
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