1. a scholar who studies inscriptions, especially ancient ones carved or written on stone, metal, or other durable materials
Usage: academic/scholarly term; often used in archaeology and classical studies

Examples

• The epigraphist examined the Latin inscriptions on the Roman tombstones.
• Dr. Chen, an epigraphist specializing in Greek texts, discovered new information about ancient trade routes.
• Epigraphists use careful analysis to interpret worn or damaged inscriptions.
• The museum hired an epigraphist to catalog and authenticate the collection of ancient stone tablets.
• Through her work as an epigraphist, she contributed significantly to our understanding of early civilizations.
• Epigraphists often collaborate with archaeologists at excavation sites.