epigraphy
noun/ɪˈpɪɡ.ɹə.fi/ · [ʔɨˈpʰɪɡ.ɹə.fɪj]
Etymology From epigraph + -y.
1
Usually Inscriptions collectively.
2
Usually The study or decipherment of inscriptions, especially of ancient ones.
- Related terms
- epigraph, epigrapher, epigraphic, pseudepigraphy