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calligraphy

UK
/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/
US
/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/

Translations

calligraphynoun
calligraphies
pl
She took a course in calligraphy to improve her penmanship.
Elle a suivi un cours de calligraphie pour améliorer son écriture.
Synonyms
handwriting
penmanship
script
lettering
chirography
calligraphyadjective
UK
/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/
US
/kəˈlɪɡrəfi/
Used attributively before a noun to denote relation to the art of decorative handwriting (e.g., "calligraphy pen").
She purchased a calligraphy set with specialized nibs.
Elle a acheté un set calligraphique avec des plumes spécialisées.

Definitions

calligraphynoun
The art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush.
She took a course in calligraphy to improve her penmanship.
A style of handwriting or lettering that is considered artistic or elegant.
The wedding invitations were printed in beautiful calligraphy.
calligraphyadjective
Relating to or designed for the art of decorative handwriting.
She purchased a calligraphy set with specialized nibs.
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