graffiti
|gra/ffi/ti|
B2
/ɡrəˈfiːti/
illicit public art
Etymology
Etymology Information
'graffiti' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'graffito,' where 'graffiare' meant 'to scratch.'
Historical Evolution
'graffito' transformed into the English word 'graffiti,' which is used as a plural form in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'scratches or scribbles,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'illicit public art or writing.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
writing or drawings scribbled, scratched, or sprayed illicitly on a wall or other surface in a public place.
The graffiti on the subway walls was colorful and expressive.
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Last updated: 2025/02/16 06:21