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writing

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As a noun, writing means graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.

Meanings of writing

11 meanings

Graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.
Something written, such as a document, article or book.
The process of representing a language with symbols or letters.
A work of an author.
The style of writing of a person.
“I can't read your writing.”
as a modifierIntended for or used in writing.
“a writing table”
The act of creating written works
“writing was a form of therapy for him”
“it was a matter of disputed authorship”
Similar: authorship, composition, penning
The work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect)
“the writing in her novels is excellent”
“that editorial was a fine piece of writing”
Similar: written material, piece of writing
(usually plural) the collected work of an author
“the idea occurs with increasing frequency in Hemingway's writings”
Letters or symbols that are written or imprinted on a surface to represent the sounds or words of a language
“he turned the paper over so the writing wouldn't show”
“the doctor's writing was illegible”
The activity of putting something in written form
“she did the thinking while he did the writing”
Similar: committal to writing