The word ‘cuneiform’ refers to an ancient writing system characterized by wedge-shaped marks made on clay tablets. It was used in various cultures of the ancient Near East, particularly by the Sumerians, Akkadians, Babylonians, and Assyrians. Cuneiform is one of the earliest forms of written expression and was employed for a variety of purposes, including administration, literature, and legal documents. The term itself derives from the Latin ‘cuneus,’ meaning “wedge.”
