zero·style

Dictionary entry

die cut

View related-term graphUse in a brief
Was this helpful?
Graphic designCurated · verified

Cutting paper or card into a custom shape, or punching holes and windows in it, using a sharp steel die like a cookie cutter.

Synonyms

  • die cutting

Related terms

In plain words

  • cutting paper into a custom shape with a metal cutter

Usage example

The packaging has a die-cut window so the product shows through.

Categories

  • Print & production

Related-term graph

Two hops from die cut — click a term to open its entry, or re-center the graph on it

Focus term

Directly related

Two hops away

  • Relateddie cut related of embossing
  • Relateddie cut related of perforation
  • Relateddie cut related of trim size
  • Relatedtrim size related of bleed
  • Relatedtrim size related of crop marks
  • Relatedperforation related of die cut
  • Relatedembossing related of foil stamping
  • Relatedembossing related of letterpress

Stop describing. Start naming.

Turn a plain-language description into a designer-ready brief in minutes.

Start a brief