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English

writer's

|writ-er's|

B1

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/ˈraɪtərz/

🇬🇧

/ˈraɪtəz/

(writer)

ownership by writers

Base Form
writer
Etymology
Etymology Information

'writer' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'writere', where 'writan' meant 'to write'.

Historical Evolution

'writere' changed from Old English word 'writere' and eventually became the modern English word 'writer'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'one who writes', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

possessive form of 'writer', indicating something belonging to or associated with a writer.

The writer's pen was left on the table.

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41