Catlins

/ˈkætlɪnz/ noun

Definition

Plural of catlin; specialized engraving tools used in metalwork and printmaking.

Etymology

Plural of catlin, the engraving tool. The -s marks the standard English plural form.

Kelly Says

Artisans who worked with catlins developed a precise, almost meditative skill—these tools required steady hands and intimate knowledge of metal behavior, making them professional marks of expert craftspeople in printmaking.

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