verb
inscribe
in-SKRYBE/ɪnˈskraɪb/
To write or engrave words on an object.
The carver inscribes a short word into the stone plaque.
Etymology
The pieces mean 'write on or in,' making the surface part of the action. Early English use emphasized writing on something durable and conspicuous, closely matching the sense of marking or carving words on a surface.
In context
ancient prophets create gold plates, inscribe their history in the gold plates, protect and preserve the gold plates
More examples
- She inscribed a personal dedication inside the book's front cover.
- They plan to inscribe the winner's name on the trophy.
- A mason is inscribing a date on the stone.
Forms
inscribe · inscribes · inscribed · inscribing
inscription noun — Words written or engraved on an object.
Similar words
- engrave
- Specifically cuts words or designs into a hard surface.
- write
- Broader term that does not emphasize marking an object.