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spelling
/ˈspɛl.ɪŋ/
[/ˈspɛl.ɪŋ/]
the correct order of letters
Intermediatenoun
Definition
Spelling is the way letters are put together to form words correctly. Students practise spelling to improve their writing.
Example
We have a spelling test every Friday.
We have a spelling test every Friday.
Etymology
From Old French 'espeller' meaning to read out letter by letter.
How & Where It’s Used
Practised and tested in early language education.