lettering

noun

let·​ter·​ing ˈle-tə-riŋ 

: letters used in an inscription

Examples of lettering in a Sentence

I couldn't read the sign's lettering.

a sign with gold lettering

Recent Examples on the Web

The special hardcover rendition of The Night Before Christmas by Clement C. Moore is handmade in Italy and features a Santa-red, Italian-leather exterior with lustrous golden lettering. —Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Dec. 2024

Several TikTokers have offered theories in the post's comments about what caused the distinct dark lettering. —Toria Sheffield, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024

The suspect is seen wearing a gray hoodie with white lettering on the chest and gray pants. —Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 17 Nov. 2024

The picture contains several other signs of digital fabrication as well, including Trump and the man beside him having only four fingers on each hand and the lettering on their hat and life jackets being illegible. —Hannah Hudnall, USA TODAY, 3 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

lettering

noun

let·​ter·​ing ˈlet-ə-riŋ 

: letters used in an inscription