authorship

//ˈɔːθəʃɪp//
C1Frequency Level 12Formal
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Noun

authorshipSingular
authorshipsPlural
1

The state or fact of being the writer or creator of a book, article, or other written work.

The authorship of the novel has been disputed for many years.

2

The origin or source of a written work, especially when disputed or unknown.

The authorship of the ancient manuscript remains a mystery.

3

The profession or activity of writing books or other literary works.

She decided to pursue authorship as a full-time career.