Both Uses of

inscribe

in

The Merchant of Venice

The first, of gold, who this inscription bears: 'Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire.'†
Scene 2.7 *

inscription = to write; or something written

Definition:

to write

in various senses, including:

to write, carve, or etch words onto something's surface -- as in "The names of the major donors will be inscribed on the front wall."
to write a signed message and/or signature -- as in "She inscribed the book with the message: I know this story will speak to your heart. Love Emma"
to write down something when adding it to a list -- as in "Their names were inscribed in the register of at Ellis Island."