also: ろうこく
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
engraving; carving into
Refers to the act or result of engraving or carving into a surface, often with decorative intent. Can be used literally for metal, stone, etc., and figuratively for deeply impressing something.
この指輪には細かい模様が鏤刻されている。
This ring is engraved with a fine pattern.
石碑に
Engrave names on the stone monument.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
polishing a piece of writing; improving
Metaphorical use: refining or polishing a text as if carving details into it. Often used in literary or editorial contexts.
彼は原稿を何度も鏤刻して完成度を高めた。
He polished the manuscript repeatedly to improve its quality.