Epitapher

/ˈɛpɪtæfər/ noun

Definition

One who writes epitaphs; a person who composes inscriptions for gravestones or memorials.

Etymology

From 'epitaph' (an inscription on a tomb) plus '-er' (one who), creating the agent noun for someone who writes epitaphs.

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Being an epitapher in ancient Rome was actually a serious job—writing the perfect memorial inscription for someone's tomb required both skill and sensitivity.

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