superscription

/ˌsupərˈskrɪpʃən/
noun
  1. Something written or printed on the outside or top of an object, such as an address on an envelope or a title on a document.
    • The superscription on the envelope was barely legible after being in the rain.
    • He carefully read the superscription on the ancient scroll before opening it.
    • The package had a clear superscription with both the sender's and recipient's details.
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