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writ

 

[ rɪt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

creative expression

To write means to put thoughts, ideas, or information into words on a surface, such as paper or a screen. It is a form of communication that allows people to express themselves, share stories, and convey messages.

Synonyms

compose, pen, record, scribble

Examples of usage

  • I love to write stories in my free time.
  • She writes articles for a popular magazine.
  • They wrote a heartfelt letter to their friend.
  • We need to write a report for our next meeting.
  • The poet wrote beautiful verses about nature.
Context #2 | Noun

written work

A writ is a formal written order issued by a court or legal authority. It commands a specific action, such as the payment of a debt or the appearance in court. Writs are important legal documents used in various legal proceedings.

Synonyms

decree, mandate, order, summons

Examples of usage

  • The judge issued a writ for the arrest of the suspect.
  • They received a writ demanding payment of the overdue taxes.
  • The lawyer filed a writ of habeas corpus on behalf of the client.

Translations

Translations of the word "writ" in other languages:

🇵🇹 escrever

🇮🇳 लिखना

🇩🇪 schreiben

🇮🇩 menulis

🇺🇦 писати

🇵🇱 pisać

🇯🇵 書く

🇫🇷 écrire

🇪🇸 escribir

🇹🇷 yazmak

🇰🇷 쓰다

🇸🇦 يكتب

🇨🇿 psát

🇸🇰 písať

🇨🇳 写

🇸🇮 pisati

🇮🇸 skrifa

🇰🇿 жазу

🇬🇪 წერა

🇦🇿 yazmaq

🇲🇽 escribir

Etymology

The word 'write' has Old English origins, coming from the Proto-Germanic word 'writan'. It has been used in various forms throughout history to denote the act of creating written content. Writing has been a fundamental form of human communication and expression for centuries, evolving from cave paintings to digital texts.

See also: overwrite, rewrite, underwrite, underwriter, write, writer, writers, writing, written.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,898, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.