Definition

Noun: * Textual content: The words, sentences, and paragraphs that constitute the textual part of a document, publication, or other printed material, as distinct from visual or graphical elements.

Usage

This term is primarily used in publishing, printing, and editorial contexts to refer specifically to the body of text that is to be typeset or printed. It explicitly excludes illustrations, photographs, charts, diagrams, and other non-textual components.

Examples

• The designer laid out the photographs, and the editor prepared the written matter.
• Before sending the book to the printer, please ensure all written matter has been proofread for errors.
• The magazine's style guide applies to all written matter, including articles, captions, and sidebars.

Advanced Usage

• "Copy" as a synonym: In professional publishing and journalism, the word "copy" is a more common synonym for "written matter" that is ready for typesetting or publication.
  • The editor requested the final copy by Friday.

Variants and Related Words

• Copy (n): The text of a news story, advertisement, or publication prepared for printing.
• Text (n): The main body of written or printed words in a book or document. (Note: "Text" is a broader, more general term, while "written matter" is more specific to the printing process.)
• Typescript (n): A typed copy of a text.

Synonyms

• Copy
• Text
• Wording
• Verbiage

Antonyms

• Artwork
• Graphics
• Illustrations
• Visuals

Noun

1. matter to be printed; exclusive of graphical materials