prewriting
noun
pre·writ·ing
ˈprē-ˌrī-tiŋ 
: the formulation and organization of ideas preparatory to writing
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Generally, there are five steps in the writing process: prewriting (organization of thought, amassing data or other sources), drafting, revising, editing and proofreading, publishing or presenting.
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Eli Amdur, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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“Prewriting.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/prewriting. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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prewriting
noun
pre·writ·ing
ˈprē-ˌrīt-iŋ
: planning and getting ideas in order before writing
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