Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
superscription
noun
/ˌsuː.pəˈskrɪp.ʃən/
Definition
A writing or inscription that is placed above or on top of something else.
Examples
- In the letter, the superscription included the recipient’s name and address.
- The superscription of the document was handwritten in elegant calligraphy.
- On the title page, the superscription indicated that it was a limited edition.
Meaning
A superscription usually refers to a label or title that appears above the main text, often used in legal and formal documents.
Synonyms
- inscription
- header
- label
- title
- subtitle
