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Author Definition & Meaning

author
noun
  1. writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
  2. someone who originates or causes or initiates something; "he was the generator of several complaints"
verb
  1. be the author of; "She authored this play"

"Author" in song lyrics

See how author is used in real songs:

  • "Trap scorcher, nemesis enforcer, the author"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Diverse — Revelations
  • "I went through torture deadly styles I'm the author"
    Afu-Ra f/ Masta Killa — Mortal Kombat
  • "And so I give it all as an author"
    Brother Ali — Begin Here

Usage tips for "author"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "author" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for author to find words that pair well.

Use "author" in a verse

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Frequently asked questions

What does author mean?
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay) someone who originates or causes or initiates something; "he was the generator of several complaints" be the author of; "She authored this play"
What part of speech is author?
Author is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does author have?
Author has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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