Meaning & use
hieroglyphic
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relating to or written in a system of writing that uses pictorial symbols, especially that of ancient Egypt.
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Archaeologists studied the hieroglyphic inscriptions carved into the tomb's walls.
His handwriting was so messy it looked almost hieroglyphic.
A note on using this word
In casual use, 'hieroglyphics' is sometimes used loosely and humorously to describe any writing that is hard to read, not just ancient Egyptian script.
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