Hieroglyph Definition & Meaning

hieroglyph
noun
  1. writing that resembles hieroglyphics (usually by being illegible)
  2. a writing system using picture symbols; used in ancient Egypt

"Hieroglyph" in song lyrics

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  • "Amenhotep was a moral tool, I can't overstand hieroglyph"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Killah Priest — Saviorself

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