lettering

American  

[let-er-ing] / ˈlɛt ər ɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or process of inscribing with or making letters. letter.

2. the letters letter in an inscription; calligraphy.

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lettering British  

/ ˈlɛtərɪŋ /

noun

1. the act, art, or technique of inscribing letters on to something

2. the letters so inscribed

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Etymology

Origin of lettering

First recorded in 1635–45; letter ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

The ingots date back almost 2,000 years to AD87, based on lettering written on the objects, which refers to the Emperor Domitian, who was known for his empire building, including expansion in Britain.

From BBC

That was when he spotted a sliver of a book with old, black binding and silver lettering that read Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

From Literature

With its Art Deco lettering and being a stone’s throw from Ocean Boulevard, this cozy condo complex feels like a humble monument to SoCal Americana.

From Los Angeles Times

LATHAM, N.Y.—Master engravers have etched the custom designs and lettering on Crane Stationery since the days of Paul Revere—who, according to company lore, was one of its first customers.

From The Wall Street Journal

The captain of the Zhen Hua 29 greeted McMichael on the ship’s deck and took him to a state room below the bridge decorated with red fabric scrolls covered in gold Chinese lettering.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• book
• copy
• edition
• engraving
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