textual matter
Definition
Noun: The written or printed words that form the main content of a book, document, or other piece of writing. It refers to the linguistic substance itself, as opposed to illustrations, formatting, or other non-verbal elements.
Usage
"Textual matter" is a formal term used to discuss the written content of a work. It is often used in academic, publishing, or legal contexts to distinguish the words from other components. - The primary focus of the analysis was the textual matter of the treaty. - The contract's textual matter was clear, but the diagrams were confusing. - Editors are responsible for checking the accuracy of the textual matter before publication.
Advanced Usage
- In textual criticism: Scholars compare the of different manuscripts to determine the most authentic version.
- As a legal term: In copyright law, the protection for a book's is separate from its cover art or typographical arrangement.
Variants and Related Words
- Text (n): A more common and general synonym for the written or printed words. ("Please read the text on page five.")
- Textual (adj): Relating to or based on a text. ("A textual analysis of the poem.")
Synonyms
- Wording: The choice of words used in a text.
- Verbatim content: The exact words.
- Copy: Written text prepared for publication.
Related Phrases
- Body text: The main textual matter of a book or article, excluding headings, notes, etc.
- Running text: The continuous textual matter that forms the primary narrative or argument.
Noun
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the words of something written
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there were more than a thousand words of text
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they handed out the printed text of the mayor's speech
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he wants to reconstruct the original text
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