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Meaning of the word script in English

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script

US /skrɪpt/
UK /skrɪpt/
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Noun

1.

the written text of a play, film, or broadcast

Example:
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The actors are rehearsing the new script.
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She wrote the script for the documentary.
Synonym:
screenplaylibrettobook
2.

handwriting as distinct from print; written characters

Example:
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The old letter was written in beautiful cursive script.
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He struggled to read the doctor's messy script.
Synonym:
handwritingpenmanshipcalligraphy
3.

a computer program or sequence of instructions that is interpreted or carried out by another program or by a browser

Example:
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The website uses a JavaScript script for interactive elements.
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He wrote a Python script to automate the task.
Synonym:
codeprogramroutine

Verb

1.

write a script for (a play, film, or broadcast)

Example:
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She was hired to script the new TV series.
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He spent months scripting the intricate plot.
Synonym:
writeauthorcompose
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