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anagliptography

nounfemininetécnico/ɐnɐɡliptuɡɾɐfiɐ/rare

a·na·glip·to·gra·fi·a

Definition

Technique or study of engraving or inscription in relief, especially on stone or metal. (Highly specialized term).
Anagliptography is used to analyze ancient carved inscriptions.
The field of anagliptography is quite niche.

Etymology

Do grego 'ana-' (sobre, através) + 'glyptos' (gravado) + 'graphia' (escrita).

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