epigraph

Definition of Epigraph in English :

1. epigraph

a quotation at the beginning of some piece of writing

2. epigraph

an engraved inscription

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Epigraph

noun

1.

a quotation at the beginning of a book, chapter, etc, suggesting its theme

2.

an inscription on a monument or building

noun

1.

an inscription on a building, monument, etc.

2.

a brief quotation placed at the beginning of a book, chapter, etc.

n.

1. An inscription, as on a statue or building.

2. A motto or quotation, as at the beginning of a literary composition, setting forth a theme.