Pressing a shape or design into paper from behind so that it rises above the surface, creating a raised, tactile effect — usually without ink.
Synonyms
None recorded.
Related terms
- debossing
- foil stamping
- letterpress
In plain words
- a raised design pressed into the paper
Don't confuse with…
- debossingEmbossing pushes the design up above the surface; debossing presses it down into the surface.
Categories
- Print & production