lettering
UK: ˈletərɪŋ | US: ˈletərɪŋ
n. the process or art of drawing or creating letters, especially in a decorative or stylized manner
n. the letters or text produced by such a process
The word "lettering" derives from "letter," which traces back to Old French letre (from Latin littera, meaning "a written character or alphabet symbol"). The suffix "-ing" is a productive English nominalizing suffix, often used to form nouns denoting actions or results (e.g., "writing," "drawing"). Thus, "lettering" literally means "the act or result of creating letters," reflecting its focus on the artistic or technical rendering of text.
The artist specialized in hand-lettering for wedding invitations.
Modern calligraphy often blends traditional lettering with contemporary styles.
The book cover features elegant gold lettering on a dark background.
She practiced lettering daily to improve her typography skills.
The mural’s bold lettering made the message stand out from a distance.