The inscription
Example: The inscription on the ancient tomb revealed its history.
Definition
"The inscription" refers to words or symbols that are carved, engraved, or written on a hard surface, often on monuments, tombs, or artifacts, to convey information or commemorate an event, person, or place.
Etymology
The phrase "the inscription" comes from the Latin word 'inscriptio,' meaning 'a writing on' or 'an engraving.' Did you know that inscriptions have been used since ancient times to record important messages or mark ownership on durable materials?
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"The inscription" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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