allographs

[US]/ˈæləɡrɑːf/
[UK]/ˌæl.əˈgrɑːf/

Translation

n.A different form of a word or name as written by the same person.; A signature made by someone else on behalf of another person.

Phrases & Collocations

allograph variant

study of allographs

distinguishing allographs

Example Sentences

the different allographs of the same character can be confusing.

the paleographer used context clues to decipher the allograph.

calligraphers often experiment with different allographs for artistic effect.

the historical record mentioned a rare allograph of the character "king."

learning about allographs can deepen your understanding of chinese writing.

the allograph in the ancient text was difficult to distinguish from the standard form.

some allographs are simply variations in stroke order, while others are completely different forms.

the study of allographs can shed light on the evolution of chinese characters.

different regions of china may use unique allographs for certain characters.

a comprehensive dictionary will often include various allographs for each character.

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