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Inscribing: meaning, definitions and examples

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inscribing

 

[ ɪnˈskraɪbɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

writing on a surface

To inscribe means to write or carve words, letters, or symbols on a surface. It can be done on various materials such as paper, stone, metal, or wood. Inscribing is often used for creating lasting messages, marking important events, or leaving a permanent record.

Synonyms

carve, engrave, etch, scribe

Examples of usage

  • The artist inscribed her name on the bottom corner of the painting.
  • The ancient ruins were inscribed with mysterious symbols.
  • The soldiers inscribed the names of fallen comrades on the memorial wall.

Translations

Translations of the word "inscribing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inscrição

🇮🇳 लिखाई

🇩🇪 einschreiben

🇮🇩 menulis

🇺🇦 вписування

🇵🇱 zapisywanie

🇯🇵 記入

🇫🇷 inscription

🇪🇸 inscripción

🇹🇷 yazma

🇰🇷 기입

🇸🇦 نقش

🇨🇿 zápis

🇸🇰 zápis

🇨🇳 题写

🇸🇮 vpisovanje

🇮🇸 skráning

🇰🇿 жазу

🇬🇪 ჩაწერა

🇦🇿 yazı

🇲🇽 inscripción

Etymology

The word 'inscribing' has its origins in the Latin word 'inscribere', which means 'to write on'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass the act of writing or carving on various surfaces. The practice of inscribing messages or symbols has been prevalent throughout history, from ancient civilizations to modern times. Whether it's marking a significant event, leaving a personal message, or preserving a memory, inscribing plays a vital role in human communication and expression.

See also: inscribe, inscription.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,734 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.