Hieroglyph
Pronunciation: /ˌhaɪroʊɡˈlɪf/
Hieroglyph (noun)
- A symbol or picture used in ancient writing systems, especially by the Egyptians.
- A symbol that represents an idea or object, often used in ancient cultures.
Examples
- The archaeologist studied the hieroglyphs on the temple walls.
- Hieroglyphs were used by ancient civilizations to record history.
Common collocations: decipher hieroglyphs, ancient hieroglyphs, hieroglyphic script, interpret hieroglyphs, symbolic hieroglyph