piece of writing
Noun: A discrete, complete work produced by a writer, expressed through written language (letters of the alphabet). It refers to the written product itself, often considered for its stylistic qualities and overall effect on the reader.
The term "piece of writing" is used to refer to any single, self-contained written work. It emphasizes the work as a tangible product of the writing process. It is a neutral, general term that can apply to works of any length, genre, or formality.
- The student submitted a piece of writing for the competition.
- Her latest piece of writing, a short story, was published in a literary magazine.
- That investigative report is a powerful piece of writing.
- From a simple email to a complex novel, any text can be considered a piece of writing.
- The phrase is often modified by adjectives to specify type or quality: .
- It can be used in evaluative contexts to discuss the craft and artistry of the text, separate from its content or the author's intent.
- Writing (n.): The general activity or skill of writing; also can refer to a body of work. ("She enjoys the process of writing." / "His writing is well-known.")
- Written material (n. phrase): A more formal synonym, often used in academic or legal contexts.
- Text (n.): A more technical term focusing on the written words as an object of analysis or data.
- Composition
- Written work
- Document
- Manuscript (specifically for an unpublished, handwritten, or typed work)
- Body of writing: Refers to the collective works of an author or a field, not a single piece.
- Piece of text: A very similar phrase, sometimes used interchangeably, though "text" can imply a focus on linguistic or structural analysis.
The term focuses on the product (the finished work) rather than the process (the act of writing). It is a broad, umbrella term. The example "the writing in her novels is excellent" refers to the general style and quality across her work, while "that editorial was a fine piece of writing" refers to one specific, complete work.
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the work of a writer; anything expressed in letters of the alphabet (especially when considered from the point of view of style and effect)
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the writing in her novels is excellent
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that editorial was a fine piece of writing
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