C1 noun Formal

perigraver

/ˌpɛrɪˈɡreɪvər/

A perigraver is a specialized tool used for engraving or incising specifically around the perimeter or edges of a workpiece. In archaeological contexts, it refers to a lithic flake tool characterized by multiple graving points located along its margins.

Ejemplos

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The artisan used a perigraver to add a delicate floral pattern to the silver tray's rim.

The artisan used a perigraver to add a delicate floral pattern to the silver tray's rim.

2

The curator identified the stone artifact as a perigraver, likely used for detailing bone ornaments.

The curator identified the stone artifact as a perigraver, likely used for detailing bone ornaments.

3

I think you'll need the perigraver if you want those fine lines around the border of the ring.

I think you'll need the perigraver if you want those fine lines around the border of the ring.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
perigraver
Verb
perigrave
Adverbio
null
Adjetivo
perigraved
Relacionado
perigraving
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Truco para recordar

Remember 'Peri-' (like perimeter) and 'Graver' (like grave or engrave). It is the tool that engraves around the perimeter.

Quiz rápido

To create the intricate design along the outer edge of the medallion, the master craftsman selected a sharp ______.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: a

Ejemplos

1

The artisan used a perigraver to add a delicate floral pattern to the silver tray's rim.

everyday

The artisan used a perigraver to add a delicate floral pattern to the silver tray's rim.

2

The curator identified the stone artifact as a perigraver, likely used for detailing bone ornaments.

formal

The curator identified the stone artifact as a perigraver, likely used for detailing bone ornaments.

3

I think you'll need the perigraver if you want those fine lines around the border of the ring.

informal

I think you'll need the perigraver if you want those fine lines around the border of the ring.

4

Morphological analysis of the perigraver suggests a dual-purpose function for both scraping and fine incising.

academic

Morphological analysis of the perigraver suggests a dual-purpose function for both scraping and fine incising.

5

The production department has requested a shipment of high-carbon steel perigravers for the new jewelry line.

business

The production department has requested a shipment of high-carbon steel perigravers for the new jewelry line.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
perigraver
Verb
perigrave
Adverbio
null
Adjetivo
perigraved
Relacionado
perigraving

Colocaciones comunes

precision perigraver precision perigraver
lithic perigraver lithic perigraver
perigraver technique perigraver technique
steel perigraver steel perigraver
operate a perigraver operate a perigraver

Frases Comunes

perigraver's touch

perigraver's touch (referring to delicate peripheral work)

the perigraver edge

the perigraver edge

fine perigraver detail

fine perigraver detail

Se confunde a menudo con

perigraver vs perigravid

Perigravid is a medical term relating to the period around pregnancy, whereas a perigraver is an engraving tool.

perigraver vs graver

A graver is a general term for any engraving tool, while a perigraver specifically works on the periphery or margins.

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Notas de uso

The term is highly technical and rarely used outside of archaeology, metallurgy, or high-end craft jewelry. It specifically emphasizes the 'peri-' (around/outer) nature of the work being performed.

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Errores comunes

Learners may confuse this with a 'paragrapher' due to phonetics or assume it is a general synonym for any cutting tool.

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Truco para recordar

Remember 'Peri-' (like perimeter) and 'Graver' (like grave or engrave). It is the tool that engraves around the perimeter.

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Origen de la palabra

Derived from the Greek 'peri' (around) and the English 'graver' (one who carves/digs), following the patterns of technical tool naming in the 19th century.

Patrones gramaticales

Countable noun Follows standard pluralization (perigravers) Often used as a compound noun (e.g., steel perigraver)
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Contexto cultural

Mainly relevant in the historical study of European craftsmanship and prehistoric stone tool classification.

Quiz rápido

To create the intricate design along the outer edge of the medallion, the master craftsman selected a sharp ______.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: a

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