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Etymology · Ancient Greek

στήλη

3 English words descend from Ancient Greek στήλη, most common first.

steleAn upright (or formerly upright) slab containing engraved or painted decorations or inscriptions; a stela.
stelaAn obelisk or upright stone pillar, usually as a primitive commemoration or gravestone.
stelographyThe art of writing or inscribing characters on pillars.