Meaning & Definition of word "Writing"

Writing

/ˈraɪtɪŋ/

1. The act or process of composing text for various purposes.
- Example: Her writing is characterized by a vivid imagination and compelling storytelling.
2. The activity or skill of marking coherent words on paper and composing text.
- Example: He spends hours a day engaged in his writing, developing new chapters for his book.
3. A written work, such as a book, article, or letter.
- Example: The professor published several impactful writings on environmental science.
4. The style or manner of composing text.
- Example: The writing in the novel was praised for its eloquence and depth.

1. Present participle of write; to compose text.
- Example: She is writing a letter to her friend who lives abroad.
2. To express thoughts or ideas in written form.
- Example: He is writing an article about the effects of climate change.

Derived from Old English 'writan', meaning to scratch or draw.

writing on the wall:

A sign of impending failure or misfortune.

writing in the stars:

Destined to happen; fated.

ghostwriting:

Writing for another person, who is the one credited as the author.

writer:

A person who writes, especially as an occupation or profession.

composition:

The act of writing an essay, poem, or similar work.

manuscript:

A document submitted for publication or a handwritten copy of a text.

Meaning: To write creatively or innovatively.

Example Sentence: I spent the weekend just writing my next novel.

Meaning: To produce a written document quickly.

Example Sentence: I need to write up that report by noon.