Origin: Latin suffix -tion
Inscription has 4 different meanings across 1 category:
letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something
"The ancient stone tablet bore a faded inscription detailing the laws of the kingdom."
a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something
"The inscription inside the first page of her new novel was a heartfelt dedication from the author to her late grandmother."
the activity of inscribing (especially carving or engraving) letters or words
"The artisan spent hours carefully performing the inscription on the wooden plaque before applying the varnish."
The act of inscribing.
"The museum's inscription on the donation plaque took three days to complete due to the intricate calligraphy required."