Hieroglyph

usgb/ˈhaɪərəɡlɪf/
noun

A character from an ancient Egyptian system of writing.

The archaeologist studied the hieroglyphs on the tomb wall to understand the ancient culture.
Visual representation of "hieroglyph" - A character from an ancient Egyptian system of writing

Often appears as...

  • ancient hieroglyph
  • hieroglyph carving

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Academic

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Ancient Writing

Used specifically for Egyptian writing, not for other ancient scripts.

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Those hieroglyphs were used to decorate pharaohs' tombs.
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Academic Context

Often discussed in history or archaeology, not in everyday conversation.

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In class, we learned how hieroglyphs helped historians understand ancient Egypt.
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Artifacts Connection

Hieroglyphs are found on Egyptian artifacts like papyrus, pottery, and monuments.

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The museum exhibit of pottery featured ancient hieroglyphs.
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