lettering

[let-er-ing] / ˈlɛt ər ɪŋ /

NOUN

block letter

Synonyms

WEAK

block capital handprinting

NOUN

inscription

Synonyms

STRONGEST

caption engraving epitaph signature

STRONG

autograph dedication heading imprint label legend saying wording

NOUN

marking

Synonyms

STRONG

blazing branding earmarking impressing imprinting initialing inscribing labeling notching scoring signing stamping tagging ticketing

NOUN

Synonyms

STRONGEST

book copy edition engraving lithograph magazine newspaper photograph stamp type writing

STRONG

characters composition face font impress impression imprint indentation issue letters newsprint periodical typeface typescript typesetting

WEAK

black and white printed matter

Example Sentences

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Sharp lettering sits side-by-side with jovial illustrations of cannons, sombreros and brujas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

The illuminated manuscript depicting the four Gospels of the Christian New Testament has been described as "the work of angels" due to the complexity of its lettering and illustrations.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

The white cap with gold lettering is a bit of Trump merch, currently on sale for $55.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

With its Art Deco lettering and being a stone’s throw from Ocean Boulevard, this cozy condo complex feels like a humble monument to SoCal Americana.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

I also unwrap delicate bangles made out of glass, covered in newspaper with Urdu lettering on it.

From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan

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