acrography
|a-cro-graph-y|
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/əˈkrɒɡrəfi/
writing at a height
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acrography' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akros,' meaning 'high' or 'topmost,' and 'graphia,' meaning 'writing.'
Historical Evolution
'akros' and 'graphia' combined in Greek to form 'akrographia,' which was later adopted into English as 'acrography.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'writing at a height,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the art or practice of writing at a height or elevation, often used in reference to inscriptions on monuments or high places.
The acrography on the ancient monument was barely visible from the ground.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/27 19:36