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written

2 adjective
     
written2 [only before noun]
1 recorded in writing:
the development of written language.
written agreement/reply/statement/report etc
Please send a cheque with written confirmation of your booking.
2

written test/exam

SE a test etc in which you have to write the answers [↪ oral]
3

the written word

formal writing as a way of expressing ideas, emotions etc, as opposed to speaking
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