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write-up

2 ENTRIES FOUND:

write–up

noun \ˈrīt-ˌəp\

Definition of WRITE-UP

1
: a written account; especially : a flattering article
2
: a deliberate increase in the book value of an asset (as to reflect the effect of inflation)

First Known Use of WRITE-UP

1885

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