Coauthoring: meaning, definitions and examples

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coauthoring

 

[ ko-ˈō-ˌthər-ing ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

collaborative writing

Coauthoring refers to the process of two or more authors collaborating to produce a written work. This can involve sharing ideas, drafting sections of the text, and revising the content together. It is common in academic publications, where researchers combine their expertise to create comprehensive articles. Coauthored works may also include books, articles, and reports. The final product typically reflects the contributions of all authors involved.

Synonyms

co-write, collaborate, partner.

Examples of usage

  • The team is coauthoring a research paper on climate change.
  • They decided to coauthor a novel based on their shared experiences.
  • She has successfully coauthored several articles with her mentor.
  • The professors are coauthoring a textbook for their students.

Translations

Translations of the word "coauthoring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coautoria

🇮🇳 सहलेखन

🇩🇪 Co-Autorschaft

🇮🇩 koautorship

🇺🇦 співавторство

🇵🇱 współautorstwo

🇯🇵 共著

🇫🇷 coécriture

🇪🇸 coautoría

🇹🇷 ortak yazarlık

🇰🇷 공저

🇸🇦 تأليف مشترك

🇨🇿 spoluautorství

🇸🇰 spoluautorstvo

🇨🇳 共同创作

🇸🇮 soavtorstvo

🇮🇸 sameinarritun

🇰🇿 бірлесіп жазу

🇬🇪 მร่วมწერა

🇦🇿 birgə müəlliflik

🇲🇽 coautoría

Etymology

The term 'coauthor' is a combination of the prefix 'co-', meaning 'together' or 'jointly', and the word 'author', which originates from the Latin 'auctor', meaning 'creator' or 'originator'. The concept of coauthoring has evolved significantly with the rise of collaborative technologies and global communication. In academic and literary contexts, coauthoring has become an essential part of modern writing, allowing individuals with diverse skills and perspectives to contribute to a unified piece of work. The practice can be traced back to historical collaborations among notable writers, philosophers, and scientists, who often worked together to share knowledge and insights. As the publishing landscape continues to change, especially with online platforms, coauthoring is becoming increasingly prevalent, enhancing the quality and breadth of written content across various fields.