All 3 Uses of
inscribe
in
The Fellowship of the Ring
- 'What does the writing say?' asked Frodo, who was trying to decipher the inscription on the arch.†
Chpt 2.4 *
- The opening word was inscribed on the archway all the time!†
Chpt 2.4
- He held up his staff in the hope of finding some marks or inscription that might help his choice; but nothing of the kind was to be seen.†
Chpt 2.4
Definition:
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(inscribe) to writein various senses, including:
- to write, carve, or etch words onto something's surface -- as in "The names of the major donors will be inscribed on the front wall."
- to write a signed message and/or signature -- as in "She inscribed the book with the message: I know this story will speak to your heart. Love Emma"
- to write down something when adding it to a list -- as in "Their names were inscribed in the register of at Ellis Island."