Hieratic

[haiә'rætik]

Definition

(noun.) a cursive form of Egyptian hieroglyphics; used especially by the priests.

(adj.) adhering to fixed types or methods; highly restrained and formal; 'the more hieratic sculptures leave the viewer curiously unmoved' .

(adj.) written or belonging to a cursive form of ancient Egyptian writing; 'hieratic Egyptian script' .

Checker: Phelps--From WordNet

Definition

(a.) Consecrated to sacred uses; sacerdotal; pertaining to priests.

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Definition

adj. sacred: relating to priests applying to a certain kind of ancient Egyptian writing which consisted of abridged forms of hieroglyphics; also to certain styles in art.

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