Chirography: meaning, definitions and examples

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chirography

 

[ kaɪroʊˈɡræfi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

handwriting style

Chirography refers to the art of handwriting and the style of writing used by an individual. It encompasses various elements such as the formation of letters, slant, and spacing. The practice of chirography can be seen as a form of personal expression, as each person's handwriting is unique. In historical contexts, chirography was often an important skill for scribes and clerks, who needed to create legible and aesthetically pleasing documents.

Synonyms

handwriting, penmanship, script

Examples of usage

  • Her chirography has a distinct flair.
  • The teacher praised the student's chirography.
  • Chirography can reveal a lot about a person's character.

Translations

Translations of the word "chirography" in other languages:

🇵🇹 caligrafia

🇮🇳 हस्तलेखन

🇩🇪 Schönschrift

🇮🇩 kaligrafi

🇺🇦 каліграфія

🇵🇱 kaligrafia

🇯🇵 書道

🇫🇷 calligraphie

🇪🇸 caligrafía

🇹🇷 hat sanatı

🇰🇷 서예

🇸🇦 خط

🇨🇿 kaligrafie

🇸🇰 kaligrafia

🇨🇳 书法

🇸🇮 kaligrafija

🇮🇸 kallígrafía

🇰🇿 каллиграфия

🇬🇪 კალიგრაფია

🇦🇿 kaligrafiya

🇲🇽 caligrafía

Etymology

The term 'chirography' originates from the Greek words 'cheir' meaning 'hand' and 'grapho' meaning 'to write'. The concept dates back to ancient civilizations where the ability to write clearly and beautifully was highly valued. In the Middle Ages, skilled scribes practiced chirography to produce beautifully illuminated manuscripts. As printing technology evolved, the focus shifted from handwritten texts to typesetting, but the art of chirography continued to be appreciated as a personal skill. Today, chirography is often explored in art and design, emphasizing the importance of personal expression through handwriting.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,861, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.