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/ˈrɪtən kəˌmjuːnɪˈkeɪʃən/ · writ·ten com·mu·ni·ca·tion
noun
  1. The act or process of conveying information, ideas, or messages through written symbols such as letters, emails, reports, or digital text. Effective written communication is essential for clear project documentation.
  2. Any document, message, or text that serves as a vehicle for transmitting information in written form. The company's written communication policy outlines standards for memos and emails.
Did you know? The term 'written communication' was popularized in the 1960s by business‑school curricula that began treating it as a distinct skill set separate from speaking or visual media.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026