anepigraphous
|a-ne-pi-gra-ous|
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/ˌænɪˈpɪɡrəfəs/
without inscription or title
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anepigraphous' originates from Greek, specifically the prefix 'an-' meaning 'without' and 'epigraphē' meaning 'inscription'.
Historical Evolution
'anepigraphous' was formed in modern English from the Greek roots 'an-' and 'epigraphos', and eventually became the modern English word 'anepigraphous'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without inscription', and this meaning has remained unchanged in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking an inscription or title, especially on a monument, book, or artwork.
The ancient statue was anepigraphous, with no words carved upon its base.
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Last updated: 2025/08/05 14:51