inscribe — to write or carve words or symbols on something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to write or carve words or symbols on something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈskraɪb/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother inscribed 'World's Best Cook' on her own apron to boost her confidence.
- The author inscribed a personal message in my copy of his book.
- He tried to inscribe 'Forever Young' on his forehead with a permanent marker during his midlife crisis.
inscribe
VERB[/ɪnˈskraɪb/]
to write or carve words or symbols on something
The stonemason will inscribe the king's name onto the marble monument.
Inscribe the stone, describe the meaning, prescribe the way!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'inscribere,' formed by combining the prefix 'in-' (into) with 'scribere' (to write). The Latin root 'scribere' is the source of many English words related to writing.
Breakdown
in- (into/on) + scribe (write) = inscribe
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📝Examples
“My grandmother inscribed 'World's Best Cook' on her own apron to boost her confidence.”
“The author inscribed a personal message in my copy of his book.”
“He tried to inscribe 'Forever Young' on his forehead with a permanent marker during his midlife crisis.”
“The monument was inscribed with the names of all the war heroes.”
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