Handwriting
/ˈhændˌraɪtɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The act or skill of writing by hand; the style or manner in which a person writes.
Her handwriting is so neat that I can read everything she writes without difficulty.
The distinctive character or style of a person's writing, often considered as an indicator of personality.
The letter's handwriting revealed a lot about the sender's emotional state.
A written document or text produced by hand.
He decided to keep his thoughts private by writing them down in a book with his handwriting.
Etymology
From the words 'hand' + 'writing', signifying writing done with the hand.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chicken scratch
Illegible or messy handwriting.
write with one's own hand
To write something personally, as opposed to typing.
hands-on
Involving active participation, though not directly related to handwriting.
Related Words
calligraphy
The art of beautiful handwriting.
penmanship
The skill of writing by hand, especially in a way that is clear and visually appealing.
script
A particular style of handwriting.
Slang Meanings
Print
He told her to just print the notes instead of using her handwriting.
Chicken scratch
I can’t read your chicken scratch; please write it neatly.