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Embossing

In printing terminology, as opposed to the digital simulation of embossing, to emboss is to make a physical impression of a shape into the printing substrate, so that it projects beneath the surface.

Also see: Debossing

Emulsion

Emulsion is the light sensitive chemicals used on films and printing plates.

Estimate

The estimated cost of a print job. Printers will only ever estimate a job, as the variables involved can be many. However, as long as the designer supplies the finished artwork in the correct format, the print job should not cost more than the estimate.