written

adjective

writ·​ten ˈri-tᵊn How to pronounce written (audio)
: made or done in writing
a written contract/agreement
Applications for property and liability insurance may be either oral or written.Robert I. Mehr

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Once upon a time, analysts and associates would have spent hours poring over a pitchbook, sending it to print and then sharing it with senior team members for written feedback. Julien Villemonteix, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025 As part of Monday’s ruling, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ordered that written briefing be concluded by Thursday on the administration’s motion to block Alsup’s ruling, pending the full appeal. Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 17 Mar. 2025 Remembering Tom Youngs, an extraordinary ordinary footballer Comments J John M. · 1h 4m ago Very well written piece. Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 9 May 2025 The District of Columbia State Athletic Association also requires written notification but does not offer a reporting deadline. Pablo Suarez, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for written

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of written was in the 14th century

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“Written.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/written. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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