Rechercher
to inscribe
01
graver
to mark or engrave a surface with a design or pattern, typically to create a lasting impression or decoration
Transitive: to inscribe a surface with a design
Example
Families sometimes inscribe their loved ones ' gravestones with heartfelt messages or significant quotes.
As a tradition, graduates often inscribe their yearbooks with fond memories and best wishes for the future.
Next week, the jeweler will inscribe the couple 's wedding rings with their initials and wedding date.
02
inscrire, marquer
to write or sign a personalized message or dedication, often signed, inside a book or another item intended as a gift to someone
Transitive: to inscribe a message
Example
The artist inscribed a special message on the back of the painting she was presenting to her mentor.
The teacher inscribed a message of encouragement in the yearbook she was presenting to her students.
She inscribed a heartfelt message in the novel she was presenting as a birthday gift to her best friend.
03
inscrire, décrire
to write a brief dedication or message in a book, song lyrics, etc.
Transitive: to inscribe sth with a dedication
Example
The playwright inscribed the script of his latest play with a dedication to the theater troupe.
The poet inscribed his collection of poems with a poignant dedication to his muse.
The author inscribed her latest novel with a heartfelt message to her loyal readers.
04
inscrire, tracer
to draw one figure within another in such a way that the boundaries of the inner figure touch those of the outer figure but do not cross them
Transitive: to inscribe a figure within another | to inscribe a figure in another
Example
The ancient Greeks often inscribed equilateral triangles within circles as symbols of perfection and harmony.
The engineer calculated the dimensions needed to inscribe a pentagon in a hexagon.
The sculptor planned to inscribe a smaller triangle within the larger one.
05
inscrire, enregistrer
to record or register the name of an individual onto a list, document, or book
Transitive: to inscribe someone's name on a list or document
Example
In order to reserve a spot, patrons must inscribe their names on the waiting list for the popular restaurant.
Athletes must inscribe their names on the competition roster to officially enter the race.
To participate in the workshop, participants need to inscribe their names on the online registration form.
Exemple
Families sometimes inscribe their loved ones' gravestones with heartfelt messages or significant quotes.
As a tradition, graduates often inscribe their yearbooks with fond memories and best wishes for the future.
Next week, the jeweler will inscribe the couple's wedding rings with their initials and wedding date.
The historical monument was inscribed with the names of those who contributed to its construction.
The ancient tablet was inscribed with mysterious symbols that scholars are still trying to decipher.
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