ΔΙΑΓΛΥΦΗΣ, διαγλυφης
DIAGLYPHĒS, diaglyphēs
Sounds Like: dee-ah-GLOO-fays
Translations: of carving, of engraving, of sculpture, of relief work
From the root: ΔΙΑΓΛΥΦΗ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to the act or result of carving, engraving, or sculpting, particularly in relief. It describes decorative work that stands out from a surface. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (through, apart) and 'γλυφή' (carving, engraving).
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Instances
Aristeas
- Aristeas’ Letter to Philocrates — 1:64
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