The word graffiti comes from the Greek term'graphein,'which means 'to draw, write, or scratch.' It also translates to 'scribble' or 'inscription' in Italian ('graffito,' singular; 'graffiti' plural.) During the 20th century, the street art that shares the name became known to the world. Hence, the images drawn on buildings with spray paint became known as graffiti. What is the history […]

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