word processing

noun

word processing

noun

/ˈwəːdˌprəʊsɛsŋ/

Etymology From word + processing.

1

Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Sciences The creation, input, editing and formatting of documents and other text using software on a computer.

Related terms
wordprocess, word processor, desktop publishing

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