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hieratic
8 letters · 7 distinct letters
- noun
a cursive form of Egyptian hieroglyphics; used especially by the priests
- adjective
associated with the priesthood or priests
priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments
- adjective
written or belonging to a cursive form of ancient Egyptian writing
hieratic Egyptian script
- adjective
adhering to fixed types or methods; highly restrained and formal
the more hieratic sculptures leave the viewer curiously unmoved