Cryptic crossword clue
Etching or watercolour? 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word AQUATINT

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The straight part
We know that "Etching" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case etching = aquatint.
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What does AQUATINT mean?

AQUATINT noun
  1. A form of etching with acid on a plate partially covered with varnish that produces a print somewhat resembling a watercolour.
  2. An etching or print made using this method.
AQUATINT verb
  1. To make such etchings.

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