English · Family & People
writer
/ˈraɪ.tər/
[/ˈraɪ.tər/]
author, novelist
Beginnernoun
Definition
A writer is a person who writes books, articles, or other texts, often as a profession.
Example
The writer worked late into the night, determined to finish the final chapter of her novel.
The writer worked late into the night, determined to finish the final chapter of her novel.
Etymology
From Old English 'writere', from 'writan' (to write, originally to scratch or carve).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for authors of fiction, nonfiction, journalism, and screenplays alike.