manuscript
noun
the original text of an author's work, handwritten or now usually typed, that is submitted to a publisher.
manuscripts
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pluralof manuscript.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Scientists have developed a way to recover cellular material from historic parchment manuscripts without damaging the documents.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 11, 2026
With so many eye-catching objects to behold, the watercolors and manuscripts, as refined as they are, can seem overshadowed.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 11, 2026
Speaking ahead of the auction, Will Passey, a specialist in the books and manuscripts department at Sotheby's, said the "moving" letter served as "a testament to the strength" of their friendship.
From BBC ● Jul. 10, 2026
Authorities did not say whether the stolen manuscripts were recovered.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 9, 2026
Some manuscripts were expected at the Great Library of Zosma, and Lazlo was charged to deliver them.
From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor
