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Definition of "calligraphy" [cal•lig•ra•phy]

  • The art of fine handwriting. (noun)
  • Works in fine handwriting considered as a group. (noun)
  • Handwriting. (noun)

American Heritage(R) Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition. Copyright (c) 2011 by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. Published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company. All rights reserved.

Use "calligraphy" in a sentence
  • "What is the meaning of the word calligraphy and from what language does it derive?"
  • "He withdrew a piece of paper, unfolded it, and read, “What is the meaning of the word calligraphy and from what language does it derive?”"
  • "NA: Some of your clutches are designed with personal messages in Arabic calligraphy such as "Wisdom and Strength" and "Happiness Is a Journey.""