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Writing vs Inscription - What's the difference?

writing | inscription |

As nouns the difference between writing and inscription

is that writing is Graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning while inscription is text carved on a wall or plaque, such as a memorial or gravestone.

As a verb writing

is present participle of lang=en.

writing

English

Noun

(wikipedia writing)
  • (uncountable) of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.
  • (uncountable) Something written, such as a document, article or book.
  • (uncountable) The process of representing a language with symbols or letters.
  • (countable) A work of an author.
  • (countable) The style of writing of a person.
    • I can't read your writing .
  • (as a modifier) Intended for or used in writing.
    • a writing table

    Synonyms

    * (written letters or symbols that express some meaning): text * (something written): document, text * (process of representing a language with symbols or letters): * (work of an author): work * (the style of writing of a person): hand, handwriting * (intended for or used in writing):

    Derived terms

    * creative writing * handwriting * in writing * majuscule writing * packet writing * sky writing * speedwriting * spirit writing * typewriting * writing arm * writing board * writing book * writing desk * writing hand * writing implement * writing instrument * writing lark * writing machine * writing master * writing obligatory * writing on the wall * writing pad * writing paper * writing school * writing table

    Verb

    (head)

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    inscription

    English

    Noun

    (wikipedia inscription) (en noun)
  • Text carved on a wall or plaque, such as a memorial or gravestone.
  • The text on a coin.
  • Words written in the front of a book as a dedication.