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Noun
Definition: a cursive form of Egyptian hieroglyphics; used especially by the priests
Definition: A writing system used in pharaonic Egypt that was developed alongside the hieroglyphic system, primarily written in ink with a reed brush on papyrus, allowing scribes to write quickly without resorting to the time consuming hieroglyphs.
Adjective
Definition: associated with the priesthood or priests; "priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments"; "hieratic gestures"
Definition: written or belonging to a cursive form of ancient Egyptian writing; "hieratic Egyptian script"
Definition: adhering to fixed types or methods; highly restrained and formal; "the more hieratic sculptures leave the viewer curiously unmoved"
Definition: Of or pertaining to priests, especially pharaonic priests of Ancient Egypt.