graining
1. The process of applying an all-over pattern to
cloth, either during manufacture or by rolling the
cloth between embossing plates. 2. The process or
result of printing various designs on paper or
board to simulate various wood grains, marble,
etc., generally for use as cover papers. 3. See:
BOARDING (1) . 4.
See: EMBOSSING (1)
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