hierogram

/haɪəroʊɡræm/

Definitions

1. noun

An inscription, typically on stone, commemorating a victory or event.

“The ancient temple featured numerous hierograms that celebrated the king’s conquests.”

2. noun

A symbol or character representing a word or concept in a hieroglyphic system.

“Hierograms in the ancient writing system conveyed meaning and storytelling.”

Synonyms

  • glyph
  • inscription

Antonyms

  • obliteration