cartouche
1 synonym for cartouche, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An oval frame in Egyptian hieroglyphics enclosing a royal or divine name.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
cartouch
Etymology
Borrowed from French cartouche, from Italian cartuccia, ultimately from Latin charta ("paper") — a doublet of "cartridge."
Full origin of cartouche →Frequently asked questions
What does “cartouche” mean?
The word “cartouche” means an oval frame in Egyptian hieroglyphics enclosing a royal or divine name. In plain terms, most commonly known as the oval symbol surrounding a name in Egyptian hieroglyphics.
How do you pronounce “cartouche”?
“Cartouche” is pronounced kah-TOOSH (/kɑɹˈtuʃ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cartouche” in a sentence?
Here is “cartouche” used in a sentence: “The archaeologist identified the pharaoh's name inside the cartouche.”
What part of speech is “cartouche”?
“Cartouche” is a noun.
Where does the word “cartouche” come from?
The word “cartouche” comes from Latin. Borrowed from French cartouche, from Italian cartuccia, ultimately from Latin charta ("paper") — a doublet of "cartridge.".
How many meanings does “cartouche” have?
“Cartouche” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an oval frame in Egyptian hieroglyphics enclosing a royal or divine name.
