noun
- Plural of kufi; a style of Arabic script characterized by angular, geometric letterforms, used historically in early Quranic manuscripts and architectural decoration.
Usage: Islamic art and calligraphy context; Also spelled 'Kufic' in English
Examples
- The museum displayed ancient manuscripts written in kufis script.
- Kufis letterforms appear prominently in the tilework of medieval mosques.
- Scholars study kufis to understand the development of Arabic writing systems.
- The architectural inscriptions featured elegant kufis characters.
- Calligraphers continue to practice traditional kufis as an art form.