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The process of etching the surface of glass with hydrofluoric acid. The glass is first covered an acid-resistant substance such as wax, through which the design is scratched. The object is then immersed in hydrofluoric acid, or a mixture of dilute hydrofluoric acid and potassium fluoride is applied to etch the exposed areas of glass.
November 9, 2007