rosetta stone

WordNet-Online
Free dictionary and thesaurus of English. Definitions, synonyms, antonyms and more...
Hint: double-click any word to get it searched!

Definitions from WordNet

Noun rosetta stone has 1 sense

Rosetta stone - an inscription of a black basalt stone; gave first clue to decipherment of Egyptian hieroglyphics
--₁ is a kind of inscription, lettering

Definitions from the Web

Term: Rosetta Stone

Description:

Rosetta Stone refers to a slab of black basalt inscribed with an ancient decree written in three scripts - Egyptian hieroglyphics, Egyptian demotic script, and ancient Greek. It was discovered in 1799 and played a significant role in deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphics. In modern usage, it commonly refers to a software program that provides interactive language learning courses.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Historical Artifact - a slab of black basalt containing an ancient decree in three scripts, which facilitated the deciphering of Egyptian hieroglyphics in the 19th century.

Example Sentence: The Rosetta Stone was instrumental in unlocking the secrets of ancient Egyptian civilization.

Sense 2:

Language Learning Software - an interactive computer program for learning various languages through a combination of visual and audio exercises.

Example Sentence: I am using Rosetta Stone to learn Spanish; it provides a comprehensive language learning experience.