I would think that it depends on the jurisdiction where you live. These days, selling to a minor is a big deal. If it is not a felony in your state/city/county, then you might get the max penalty for the misdemeanor. Don't do it again! My son used to clerk in a liquor store when he was in college. The cops were constantly dropping off underage folks to try to buy liquor.
Definition of etch. 1  1 : the action or effect of etching a surface. 2  2 : a chemical agent used in etching.
Etching. Etching is the process of using strong acid or mordant to cut into the unprotected parts of a metal surface to create a design in intaglio in the metal. As an intaglio method of printmaking, it is, along with engraving, the most important technique for old master prints, and remains in wide use today.rinceton's WordNet (1.00 / 1 vote) Rate this definition: etching (noun). an impression made from an etched plate. etching (noun). an etched plate made with the use of acid. engraving, etching (noun). making engraved or etched plates and printing designs from them.