write-up

1 of 2

noun

ˈrīt-ˌəp 

1

: a written account

especially : a flattering article

2

: a deliberate increase in the book value of an asset (as to reflect the effect of inflation)

write up

2 of 2

verb

wrote up; written up; writing up; writes up

transitive verb

1

: to make a write-up of

2

: to report (a person) especially for some violation of law or rules

Examples of write-up in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

While tourist write-ups of an attraction often promise marvels to behold, one is frequently left feeling a little let down because the hype doesn’t live up to the promise. —Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024

Judd then concluded her write-up with the Bible verses of Psalms 116: 5-8. —Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 10 Oct. 2024

Verb

That Boar's Head plant in Virginia had been written up dozens of times by inspectors over violations, CBS News first reported in August, based on records obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request. —Alexander Tin, CBS News, 26 Sep. 2024

Like, one doctor wrote up a summary of his tests with 30 patients who were suffering from insomnia and 15 more hospitalized for psychiatric conditions. —Katie Hafner, Scientific American, 12 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1885, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

write-up

1 of 2 noun

ˈrīt-ˌəp

: a written account (as in a newspaper)

especially : a flattering article

write up

2 of 2 verb

(ˈ)rīt-ˈəp

1

: to write an account of : describe

2

: to report (a person) especially for some violation of law or rules

Legal Definition

write up

transitive verb

: to increase the book value of (an asset)

write-up

ˈrīt-ˌəp 

noun