superscription

English

/suːpəˈskɹɪpʃ(ə)n/

noun
Definitions
  • Something written (or engraved) on the surface, outside, or above something else; specifically, an address on a letter, envelope, etc.
  • An editorial addition at the beginning, often indicating the authorship of a piece.
  • The act of superscribing.

Etymology

Derived from Middle French superscription derived from Latin superscriptio.

Origin

Latin

superscriptio

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