lettering

[ let-er-ing ]

noun

1. the act or process of inscribing with or making letters. letter.
2. the letters letter in an inscription; calligraphy.

lettering

/ ˈlɛtərɪŋ /

noun

1. the act, art, or technique of inscribing letters on to something
2. the letters so inscribed

Word History and Origins

Origin of lettering¹

First recorded in 1635–45; letter ¹ + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

"It's slightly ironic, these people are definitely not Christian, yet they are copying a Christian image - the moot point is if they understood the imagery - and they blundered the lettering, so they're certainly not literate."

From BBC

Then I headed inside, passing under block lettering that read: “Nourish Heal Thrive.”

From Los Angeles Times

A full-length mirror with “You talkin’ to me?” in white lettering signaled the entry to the “Taxi Driver” corner.

From New York Times

The new ball, which is made by Wilson, also has rose gold lettering and logos.

From Seattle Times

Above the tree, the white flag has the words “An Appeal to Heaven” in black lettering.

From New York Times

Related Words

• book
• copy
• edition
• engraving
• lithograph
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