Definitions

1. noun

A symbol or character of the ancient Egyptian writing system.

“The archaeologist carefully transcribed the hieroglyphics on the tomb wall.”

2. noun

A mysterious or obscure symbol or character.

“The artist used a hieroglyph to represent the unknown in her painting.”

3. verb

To represent or symbolize something in a mysterious or obscure way.

“The poet chose to hieroglyph the themes of her novel.”