niello (0 synonym found)

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Definition of niello:

(n) : (metallurgy) Any of various black metal alloys, made of sulphur with copper, silver or lead, used to create decorative designs on other metals.
(v) : (transitive) To decorate (a surface) using this technique.
(n) : An impression on paper taken from the engraved or incised surface before the niello alloy has been inlaid.

Definition of niello:

(n) : (metallurgy) Any of various black metal alloys, made of sulphur with copper, silver or lead, used to create decorative designs on other metals.
(v) : (transitive) To decorate (a surface) using this technique.
(n) : An impression on paper taken from the engraved or incised surface before the niello alloy has been inlaid.

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