wording

American  

[wur-ding] / ˈwɜr dɪŋ /

noun

1. the act or manner of expressing in words; phrasing.

2. the particular choice of words in which a thing is expressed.

   He liked the thought but not the wording.

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wording British  

/ ˈwɜːdɪŋ /

noun

1. the way in which words are used to express a statement, report, etc, esp a written one

2. the words themselves, as used in a written statement or a sign

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Related Words

See diction.

Etymology

Origin of wording

First recorded in 1555–65; word + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

But some inside the Cabinet Office believe that the wording used by the Conservatives could allow the government to restrict the published documents to include only those from before Lord Mandelson's appointment.

From BBC

Specifically, it will discuss the “wording of the age for routine HPV vaccination,” vaccination schedule, and draft policy recommendations.

From Salon

"We've now strengthened and clarified our wording and guidance so other families travelling abroad at this stage of a pregnancy do not have to go through this experience."

From BBC

He previously sued the makers of Hefty recycling bags and Kind granola over deceptive wording and lost in court.

From The Wall Street Journal

The changes made to the bill will be considered by MPs during the parliamentary tussle known as "ping-pong", which sees legislation move between the Commons and Lords until agreement on its wording is reached.

From BBC

Related Words

• language
• manner
• phrasing
• terminology