epigraphy

[ ih-pig-ruh-fee ]

noun
  1. the study or science of epigraphs or inscriptions, especially of ancient inscriptions.

  2. inscriptions collectively.

Origin of epigraphy

1
First recorded in 1850–55; epigraph + -y3

Other words from epigraphy

  • e·pig·ra·phist, e·pig·ra·pher, noun

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British Dictionary definitions for epigraphy

epigraphy

/ (ɪˈpɪɡrəfɪ) /


noun
  1. the study of ancient inscriptions

  2. epigraphs collectively

Derived forms of epigraphy

  • epigraphist or epigrapher, noun

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