Writing - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈraɪtɪŋ|  American pronunciation of the word writing
Brit.  |ˈraɪtɪŋ|  British pronunciation of the word writing
- this word is used as a present participle form of the verb 'to be' to write

noun

- the act of creating written works (syn: authorship, composition)
writing was a form of therapy for him
- 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
- (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

Extra examples

Writing usually isn't a lucrative career, but it has been very fulfilling for me.

He teaches creative writing at the university.

Few people nowadays care about the art of letter writing.

The novel's plot is okay, but the writing is horrible.

I asked a friend to critique my writing.

Her essay was a wonderful piece of writing.

She has a unique writing style.

Much of the best Japanese writing has not been translated into English.

What does the writing on the back say?

Some of his most powerful writing is based on his childhood experiences.

In 1991 she retired from politics and took up writing as a career.

Your writing is very neat.

At this age we concentrate on the children's reading and writing skills.

I'm writing an article for the school newspaper.

The course is designed to develop your writing skills.

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