noun
- Plural of epigraphist; scholars who study inscriptions, especially ancient ones on stone, metal, or other durable materials.
Usage: academic; plural form
Examples
- The epigraphists examined the ancient Roman inscriptions carved into the temple walls.
- Several epigraphists collaborated to decipher the Greek epitaphs found at the archaeological site.
- Epigraphists use specialized techniques to read worn or faded inscriptions.
- The conference brought together leading epigraphists from universities across Europe.
- These epigraphists have spent decades studying the inscriptions on medieval tombstones.