What is the meaning of imprinting?

noun

• A learning process in early life whereby species specific patterns of behavior are established.

verb

• Establish or impress firmly in the mind.
  • usage: "We imprint our ideas onto our children"
  • synonyms: imprint, form
• Mark or stamp with or as if with pressure.
  • usage: "To make a batik, you impress a design with wax"
  • synonyms: impress, imprint