Meaning of the word glyph in English

What does glyph mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

glyph

US /ɡlɪf/

UK /ɡlɪf/

a hieroglyphic character or symbol, especially one carved in stone or wood and used in ancient writing systems.

Example:

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The ancient Mayan ruins were covered with intricate glyphs.

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Each glyph told a part of their history.

Synonym:

hieroglyph symbol character pictogram ideogram

a graphic symbol, such as a typeface character or a dingbat, that is part of a font and can be displayed on a screen or printed.

Example:

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The designer chose a unique glyph for the company's logo.

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Different fonts have different sets of glyphs.

Synonym:

character symbol figure sign

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