authorship

[aw-ther-ship]

noun

1. origin, especially with reference to an author, creator, producer, etc., of a work.

   establishing the authorship of early medieval manuscripts.

2. the occupation or career of writing books, articles, etc.

authorship

/ ˈɔːθəˌʃɪp /

noun

1. the origin or originator of a written work, plan, etc

   a book of unknown authorship

2. the profession of writing books

Word History and Origins

Origin of authorship¹

First recorded in 1700–10; author + -ship

Example Sentences

"I think it will clarify matters if I spell out, for the first and I hope only time, the straight and verifiable facts about the authorship of the English version of Les Miserables," he wrote.

From BBC

With its religious overtones, “In Whose Name?” nods to the trappings of faith that often surrounded West but also asks something broader about authorship and accountability.

From Los Angeles Times

The museum said it relied on the documents provided by Mr Cohen and that the inclusion of his paintings in its exhibition "should not be interpreted as institutional validation of their authorship or authenticity".

From BBC

There were no clues as to the authorship of the leaked text, however.

From BBC

Hahn: I think it’s a command of oneself, like an authorship of oneself and autonomy.

From Los Angeles Times