epigraphy
[ ih-pig-ruh-fee ]
noun
the study or science of epigraphs or inscriptions, especially of ancient inscriptions.
inscriptions collectively.
Origin of epigraphy
1Other words from epigraphy
- e·pig·ra·phist, e·pig·ra·pher, noun
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British Dictionary definitions for epigraphy
epigraphy
/ (ɪˈpɪɡrəfɪ) /
noun
the study of ancient inscriptions
epigraphs collectively
Derived forms of epigraphy
- epigraphist or epigrapher, noun
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