Writer

The term writer can apply to anyone who creates a written work, but the word more usually designates those who write creatively or professionally, or those who have written in many different forms. Skilled writers demonstrate skills in using language to portray ideas and images, whether producing fiction or non-fiction.

Alternative uses of "writer"

Practitioners within some specialized fields also use the term "writer" to describe their arts. For instance, advertising creatives, gag-writers and graffiti artists also refer to themselves as "writers." In these contexts, "writer" may be considered an alternative use of the term, rather than describing a so-called "literary" or "serious" writer as discussed above.

Related Topics:
Advertising - Creative - Gag - Graffiti

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A "writer" can also be a mechanic. For example, court reporters often refer to their stenotype machine as a writer.

Related Topics:
Court reporter - Stenotype

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