Where did the word hieroglyphs originate?

The Word "hieroglyphs" originates from the Greek term "hieroglyphikos," which means "sacred carving." It was used by the ancient Greeks to describe the writing system used by the Egyptians, characterized by its pictorial symbols. The term reflects the Greeks' perception of the Egyptian script as both religious and artistic. Hieroglyphs were primarily used in religious and monumental contexts in ancient Egypt.