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Definition text in British English

text noun

noun
/tekst/
1

the part of a book, magazine, or computer document that consists of writing and does not include pictures or notes

Example

There are 200 pages of text and illustrations.

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amendment annexe a purple passage
1.1

a written record of the words of a speech, lecture, programme, or play

Example

The text of the lecture is available from the departmental office.

Synonyms and related words
annual report blue book certificate
1.2

a piece of writing such as a book or play that you study for an examination or for research

Example

We'll be analysing the language of literary texts.

Example

The play is a set text for first-year students.

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1.3

a short piece of writing that you discuss or answer questions about

Example

Has everyone finished reading the text?

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1.4

a short section from the Bible or another religious book, especially one that is read to a group of people

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address ASCII art attach
3

a textbook

Example

history texts

Synonyms and related words
almanac annual anthology
Definition text in British English