inscribe
UK: ɪnˈskraɪb | US: ɪnˈskraɪb
vt. to write, carve, or engrave words or symbols on a surface
vt. to formally dedicate or record something in writing
inscribe = in<into> + scribe<write>
- in: A Latin prefix meaning "into" or "on," indicating direction or placement.
- scribe: From Latin scribere, meaning "to write." Retains its core meaning in modern English.
Etymology Origin:
The word "inscribe" originates from Latin inscribere, combining in- (into) and scribere (to write). It originally referred to carving or writing onto durable materials like stone or metal. Over time, it expanded to include formal written dedications (e.g., book inscriptions) and symbolic recordings (e.g., data inscribed on a disk). The morphemes reflect a literal action of "writing into" a medium.
The artist will inscribe her signature on the sculpture.
Ancient Egyptians inscribed hieroglyphs on temple walls.
The trophy was inscribed with the winner’s name.
He asked the jeweler to inscribe a message on the ring.
The historian studied the words inscribed on the monument.