Authorship Meaning
/ˈɔθəˌrʃɪp/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounThe quality or state of being an author; the function or dignity of an author.
nounThe source; the origin; the origination.
Sentence Examples
This student claimed authorship of an essay she clearly did not write.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The scholarly journal confirmed his ____ of the groundbreaking research paper.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the anonymous letter remains a complete and total mystery.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English author Proto-Germanic *skapjaną Proto-Germanic *-skapiz Proto-West Germanic *-skapi Old English -sċiepe Middle English -schipe English -ship English authorship From author + -ship.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The scholarly journal confirmed his ____ of the groundbreaking research paper.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The ____ of the anonymous letter remains a complete and total mystery.