write

//raɪt//
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Verb

writeInfinitive
writePresent tense
wrotePast tense
writtenPast participle
writingPresent participle
writesThird-person singular
1

To mark letters, words, or symbols on a surface, especially paper, with a pen, pencil, or similar instrument.

She writes her name on the paper.

2

To compose text, such as a book, article, letter, or message.

She writes articles for a magazine.

3

To communicate with someone by sending them a letter or message.

I write to my grandmother every month.

4

To create or compose music.

She writes music for films.

5

To fill in or complete a document, form, or check.

Please write your name and address on this form.

6

To record data in computer memory or on a storage device.

The program writes data to the hard disk.

Noun

1

The act or style of writing.

Her write is clear and easy to read.