Diplomatics
Pronunciation : Dip`lo*mat"ics
Part of Speech : n.
Definition : Defn: The science of diplomas, or the art of deciphering ancient writings, and determining their age, authenticity, etc.; paleography.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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