rubbing

Definition

An impression of an embossed or incised surface made by placing a piece of paper over it and rubbing with graphite, crayon or other coloring agent.

Etymology

From Middle English rubbinge, rubbynge, equivalent to rub + -ing.

Example Sentences

• "He was delighted to come across a little-worn crest of the old Great Eastern Railway, never dreaming that such a relic would still be in use, and was taking a pencil-rubbing to add to his collection."