Meaning & use
calligraphy
The decorative art of producing beautiful, stylized handwriting using pens, brushes, or special tools.
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She practiced calligraphy for years before designing elegant wedding invitations for local couples.
The museum displayed ancient calligraphy scrolls created by monks over a thousand years ago.
A note on using this word
Calligraphy refers to the skill and art form itself, not just any handwriting.
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