epigraphy

American

[ih-pig-ruh-fee] / ɪˈpɪg rə fi /

noun

the study or science of epigraphs or inscriptions, especially of ancient inscriptions.
inscriptions collectively.

epigraphy British

/ ɪˈpɪɡrəfɪ /

noun

the study of ancient inscriptions
epigraphs collectively

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Other Word Forms

Derived Forms

epigrapher

noun
epigraphist

noun

Etymology

Origin of epigraphy

First recorded in 1850–55; epigraph + -y ³

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