incise

/ɪnˈsaɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to cut into something, typically with a sharp tool or instrument

“The surgeon carefully incised the skin before making the incision.”

2. verb

to cut or carve into a surface, typically with a sharp tool or instrument

“The artist incised the design into the metal plate.”

3. noun

a cut made into something, typically with a sharp tool or instrument

“The surgeon made a small incise to check for any infection.”

4. verb

to cut or score the surface of something

“The engraver incised the pattern onto the stone.”

Synonyms

  • carve
  • cut
  • score

Antonyms

  • merge
  • unite