ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Wordsmithing

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈwɜːdsmɪθɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Wordsmithing is a noun meaning present participle and gerund of wordsmith.

Meaning

present participle and gerund of wordsmith.

More Meanings

  1. gerund of wordsmith: The work of a wordsmith; skilful use of words; the making of changes to a text to improve clarity and style, as opposed to content.

Example Sentences

We’ve drafted an agreement, but there’s still a bit of wordsmithing left to do.

Synonyms for wordsmithing

Depending on context, synonyms include wordsmithery.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include wordmaking, wordshaping, wordmongery, wordfinding, wordcraft, wordflow.

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