GLYPH

glyph

(noun) glyptic art in the form of a symbolic figure carved or incised in relief

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

glyph (plural glyphs)

A figure carved in relief or incised, especially representing a sound, word, or idea.

Any of various figures used in Mayan writing.

Any non-verbal symbol that imparts information.

(typography, computing) A visual representation of a letter, character, or symbol, in a specific font and style.

(architecture) A vertical groove.

Synonyms

• (typography) sort

Source: Wiktionary


Glyph, n. Etym: [Gr. glyphe. Cf. Cleave to split.] (Arch.)

Definition: A sunken channel or groove, usually vertical. See Triglyph.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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