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hieratic
UK
/ˌhaɪəˈrætɪk/
US
/ˌhaɪəˈrætɪk/
Translations
hieratics
pl
UK
/ˌhaɪəˈrætɪk/
US
/ˌhaɪəˈrætɪk/
Used as an uncountable noun meaning the cursive form of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphic writing.
Synonyms
hieratic hand
cursive hieroglyphs
Egyptian cursive
hieratic writing
hieratic script
more hieratic
Comp.
most hieratic
Super.
UK
/ˌhaɪəˈrætɪk/
US
/ˌhaɪəˈrætɪk/
The hieratic script was used by priests in ancient Egypt.
Иероглифический шрифт использовался жрецами в Древнем Египте.
The hieratic art of the temple was admired by all visitors.
Священное искусство храма восхищало всех посетителей.
Additional translations
Definitions
The papyrus was covered in hieratic that only a handful of scholars could read.
The hieratic robes worn by the clergy were adorned with intricate embroidery.
The hieratic script was used for religious texts and administrative documents in ancient Egypt.
The hieratic gestures of the dancers conveyed a sense of solemnity and reverence.