What does GLYPH mean?

Glyph

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A glyph is a symbol or character that represents a word or a concept.

Pronunciation (US): /ɡlɪf/

Pronunciation (UK): /ɡlɪf/

Origin and Usage: The word glyph comes from the Greek word "gluphē" which means "carving". Glyphs have been used since ancient times, particularly in hieroglyphs and other forms of ancient writing. Today, glyphs are commonly used in typography and digital design to represent different characters and symbols.

Synonyms: Symbol, character, icon, sign, mark

Related Words: Image, shape, style, font, chart

Example Sentences:

• The ancient Egyptians used glyphs to write their language.
• The designer added a new glyph to the font to represent a special character.
• The map key had a glyph for each type of landmark.