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longhand

[lawng-hand, long-] / ˈlɔŋˌhænd, ˈlɒŋ- /
NOUN
hand
Synonyms
STRONG
calligraphy chirography script
NOUN
handwriting
Synonyms
STRONGEST
calligraphy manuscript scrawl script writing
STRONG
chirography hand hieroglyphics mark scratching scribble style
WEAK
autography chicken scratch ductus griffonage manuscription pencraft penscript scription scrivenery scrivening
NOUN
penmanship
Synonyms
STRONG
calligraphy chirography script writing
WEAK
pencraft
NOUN
script
Synonyms
STRONGEST
writing
STRONG
calligraphy characters chirography fist hand letters penmanship
NOUN
writing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
calligraphy handwriting print script
STRONG
autograph chirography cuneiform hand hieroglyphics scrawl scribble shorthand
WEAK
manuscription

Example Sentences

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Benchmade Longhand Pen: The Oregon City company known for craftmanship just launched a line of pens designed to last for generations.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2021

The Longhand features a bolt action system and machined details for great looks and an ergonomic shape.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 13, 2021

Longhand Copy.—At times, however, when away from the office, one cannot obtain a machine and must write in longhand.

From News Writing The Gathering , Handling and Writing of News Stories by Spencer, M. Lyle (Matthew Lyle)

Longhand copy rarely is sent to the compositors nowadays.

From News Writing The Gathering , Handling and Writing of News Stories by Spencer, M. Lyle (Matthew Lyle)

His name," said the king, "is Lug12 Longhand.

From Myths and Folk Tales of Ireland by Curtin, Jeremiah

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