inscription
Translation
inscription, engraving
Examples
The inscription on the ring was hard to read.
The inscription on the ring was hard to read.
Ancient inscriptions were found on the cave wall.
Ancient inscriptions were found on the cave wall.
Grammar Patterns
((an inscription)) ((on sth.)) words inscribed on a monument, coin, etc. The inscription on the ring was hard to read.
Similar Words
Synonyms: engraving, etching, epigraph
Etymology
From Latin 'inscriptio', from 'inscribere' (to inscribe). It's the noun form of 'inscribe'.
Memory Tips
This is the 'script' that is written 'in' something. It's the result of the action 'to inscribe'.