inscription (n.)

  1. letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something

    [ Syn: lettering ]

  2. a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something

    [ Syn: dedication ]

  3. the activity of inscribing (especially carving or engraving) letters or words

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