hieroglyphics

[英] [ˌhaɪərəˈglɪfɪkz] [美] [ ˌhaɪərəˈɡlɪfɪkz] 生词本

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1. N-PLURAL (尤指古埃及的)象形字,象形符号 Hieroglyphics are symbols in the form of pictures which are used in some writing systems, for example those of ancient Egypt. 
2. N-PLURAL 难辨认的文字(或符号);难懂的文字(或符号) You can use hieroglyphics to refer to something that has been written, but that you cannot understand. 
  • I've never come across hieroglyphics like the handwriting of Peter Smallwood.

    我从未见过像彼得·斯莫尔伍德那么难辨认的笔迹。

1. Hieroglyphics are carved into the walls of the temple.
寺庙的墙壁上刻着象形文字。

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