Something written or engraved to communicate knowledge to after ages; any character, word, line or sentence written or engraved on a solid substance for duration; as inscriptions on monuments, called epitaphs, on pillarsWe do not call by this name writings on paper or parchment.

A title.

An address or consignment of a book to a person, as a mark of respect, or an invitation of patronage. It is less formal than a dedication.