wordsmithing

/ˈwɝdˌsmɪθɪŋ/

UK: /ˈwɜːdsmɪθɪŋ/

wordsmithing

English Noun
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Definition

gerund of wordsmith: The work of a wordsmith; skilful use of words; the making of changes to a text to improve clarity and style, as opposed to content.

Etymology

From wordsmith (verb) + -ing.

Example Sentences

  • "We’ve drafted an agreement, but there’s still a bit of wordsmithing left to do."
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