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noun
Something written (or engraved) on the surface, outside, or above something else; specifically, an address on a letter, envelope, etc.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
An editorial addition at the beginning, often indicating the authorship of a piece.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
The act of superscribing.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, uncountable
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noun
the activity of superscribing
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: inscription
noun
an inscription written above something else
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: inscription, lettering
History
From Middle French superscription, or its source, Late Latin superscriptio, from superscribere.
Across languages
3 source translations are retained for this English entry.
