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authoring

American  
[aw-ther-ing] / ˈɔ θər ɪŋ /

noun

Computers.

  1. the writing of an electronic document or software program, especially a hypertext or multimedia application (often used attributively).

    the best authoring tools for creating your own website.
authoring British  
/ ˈɔːθərɪŋ /

noun

  1. computing

    1. the creation of documents, esp multimedia documents

    2. ( as modifier )

      an authoring tool
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Etymology

Origin of authoring

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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In addition to authoring cookbooks “Boards: Stylish Spreads for Casual Gatherings” and “Food Gifts: 150+ Irresistible Recipes for Crafting Personalized Presents,” she hosted “The Walk-In” podcast and worked as a food stylist.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

The artists credited with creating Franklin and authoring his books did not respond to requests from the BBC for comment.

From BBC • Dec. 2, 2025

He led the major leagues in batting average, on-base percentage and slugging percentage in 2025, all while authoring his fourth 50-homer campaign.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

For the next couple of months, Ben Mathis-Lilley will be authoring the newsletter, and he loves receiving unconstructive criticism in the form of email.

From Slate • Jun. 14, 2025

To be sure, men and women have long been authoring their own content, beginning with drawings on cave walls up through Gutenberg and the typewriter.

From "The World Is Flat" by Thomas L. Friedman

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