writing · noun U /ˈraɪ.tɪŋ/
Word family
Nouns: writer, writing
Adjectives: unwritten, written
Verbs: write, rewrite
writing (SKILL)
A1 the skill or activity of producing words on a surface
Dictionary example:
Teachers focus on speaking and writing in the afternoon classes.
Learner example:
[I]n my lessons I learn reading, writing and English grammar. (Skills for Life (Entry 1); A1; Polish)
writing (TEXT)
A2 something which has been written or printed
Dictionary example:
The writing on the label was too small to read.
writing (STYLE)
B1 the way that someone writes
Dictionary example:
Do you recognise the writing on the envelope?
writing (WORK)
B2 the activity of creating pieces of written work, such as books, stories, poems, etc., or the written work of one person or a group of people
Dictionary examples:
I did a course in creative writing.
She is studying women's writing of the 1930s.
Learner example:
Black humo[u]r is a distinguishable feature of his writing. (First Certificate in English; B2; Farsi)
in writing
B2 An agreement that is in writing is official and is proof of that agreement.
Dictionary example:
Please confirm your reservation in writing.
Learner example:
I [am] tell[ing] you in writing that I would like to help you. (First Certificate in English; B2; Japanese)
