To make such etchings
A form of intaglio etching in which a metal plate is roughened evenly and then smoothed to bring out an image.
An etching or print made using this method.
To make something soft or softer.
To palatalize.
To become or make (a consonant) more lenis, to lenite.
To make less harsh
To become soft or softer
To undermine the morale of someone (often soften up).