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Inscribed Definition & Meaning

inscribed
adjective
  1. written (by handwriting, printing, engraving, or carving) on or in a surface
  2. cut or impressed into a surface; "an incised design"; "engraved invitations"

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Frequently asked questions

What does inscribed mean?
written (by handwriting, printing, engraving, or carving) on or in a surface cut or impressed into a surface; "an incised design"; "engraved invitations"
What part of speech is inscribed?
Inscribed is an adjective.
How many definitions does inscribed have?
Inscribed has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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