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epigraphy

e·pig·ra·phy [ i píggrəfee ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. study of inscriptions: the study and deciphering of ancient inscriptions

2. inscriptions: inscriptions or introductory quotations as a whole


e·pig·ra·pher noun
e·pig·ra·phist noun
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