Definition of script
1a : something written : textb : an original or principal instrument or documentc (1) : manuscript 1 (2) : the written text of a stage play, screenplay, or broadcast; specifically : the one used in production or performance
2a : a style of printed letters that resembles handwritingb : written characters : handwritingc : alphabet
3 : a plan of action
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Origin and Etymology of script
Middle English, from Latin scriptum thing written, from neuter of scriptus, past participle of scribere to write — more at scribe
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Definition of script
transitive verb
1 : to prepare a script for or from
2 : to provide carefully considered details for (such as a plan of action) an event carefully scripted to attract attention
Examples of script in a Sentence
I scripted three episodes of the show.
The discussion couldn't have gone better if we had scripted it.
The trip didn't go as scripted.
First Known Use of script
1935
First Known Use of script
1951
SCRIPT Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of script for English Language Learners
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: to write the script for (a play, movie, television show, etc.)
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: to plan how (something) will happen, be done, etc.
SCRIPT Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of script for Students
1 : the written form of a play or movie or the lines to be said by a performer
2 : handwriting
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