Hieroglyphic
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌhaɪɹəˈɡlɪfɪk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Hieroglyphic is a noun meaning Any symbol used in this system; a hieroglyph.
Meaning
Any symbol used in this system; a hieroglyph.
More Meanings
- (by extension) Undecipherable handwriting or secret symbol.
- Of, relating to, or written with such a system of symbols.
- Difficult to decipher.
- (chiefly in the plural) A writing system of ancient Egypt, Minoans, Maya and other civilizations, using pictorial symbols to represent individual sounds, often as a rebus.
Example Sentences
a hieroglyphic obelisk
the hieroglyphic writing of ancient Egypt
The hieroglyphics or symbols, however, were reversed, just as though they had been pressed on wax.
'Is there any meaning, do you think?' 'That little arrangement comes in more than once,' said Elsie, indicating a hieroglyphic twist. 'I'm sure it must mean something.'
Word Forms
- hieroglyphics
- hieroglyphick
Synonyms for hieroglyphic
Depending on context, synonyms include hieroglyphical, hieroglyph.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include hieroglyph, hieroglyphical, determinative, hieroglyphick, hieroglyphy, pictography.
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