lettering

noun

let·​ter·​ing ˈle-tə-riŋ How to pronounce lettering (audio)
: letters used in an inscription

Examples of lettering in a Sentence

I couldn't read the sign's lettering. a sign with gold lettering
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She was last seen wearing a black crop top shirt with white lettering, blue jeans with rips in them and a dark purple bonnet. Drake Bentley, Journal Sentinel, 31 Oct. 2024 In January, the company recalled 2.2 million vehicles due to unreadable warning light lettering. Rebecca Schneid, TIME, 3 Oct. 2024 Although more discreet than a chunky typeface across a hoodie, Stockman’s branding in distinctive stenciled lettering—either stamped under the neckline or below the hips—existed well before the rise of luxury logos. Amy Verner, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2024 Among the chief findings: Three columns of lettering have been added to the opening folio that could be an early attempt to decode the script. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lettering 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of lettering was in the 14th century

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“Lettering.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lettering. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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lettering

noun
let·​ter·​ing ˈlet-ə-riŋ How to pronounce lettering (audio)
: letters used in an inscription
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