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

Red, white and green Islamic Republic flags and red banners with lettering calling for revenge lined the route. — Marc Smith, NBC news, 6 July 2026

Bold lettering, masculine features and off-road equipment define the lineup’s orientation. — James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026

Three of them sported clear blue lettering on their backs, noting their last names and schools. — Elijah Polance, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026

Housed inside a bright-red Pollard train car originally built in 1927 (the yellow lettering announcing Ladies Invited certainly hints at a past century), the Palace Diner is located in Biddeford, just 20 miles from Portland. — Air Mail, 4 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for lettering

• bettering

Kids Definition

lettering

noun

let·​ter·​ing ˈlet-ə-riŋ 

: letters used in an inscription