noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb, intransitive verb
engraved seal; inscribed seal
Refers to the physical seal itself that has been engraved or inscribed. Can also refer to the act of engraving a seal.
この指輪には小さな刻印がある。
This ring has a small engraved seal on it.
職人が金属に刻印を施した。
The craftsman engraved a seal onto the metal.
noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
engraving; inscribing; stamping
The general act of engraving, inscribing, or stamping an impression onto a surface. Used for both literal and figurative marking.
トロフィーに名前を刻印してもらった。
I had my name engraved on the trophy.
この機械は金属板に刻印するためのものです。
This machine is for stamping metal plates.
noun
brand; stamp of disgrace; reputation
Figurative use: a mark or brand that labels someone or something, often with a negative connotation. Can also refer to a lasting reputation or stigma.
See also: 極印
彼は犯罪者の刻印を押された。
He was branded as a criminal.
その事件は彼の経歴に消えない刻印を残した。
That incident left an indelible stain on his career.