# wording

Pronunciation: say "WURD-ing" US /ˈwɜɹdɪŋ/, UK /ˈwɜːdɪŋ/

## Noun

1. The particular choice of words and the style in which they are used to express something in a given context.
   - Simple: The exact words someone picks to say or write something.
   - _The wording of the apology felt carefully calculated to avoid admitting fault._
   - _Lawyers debated the precise wording of the clause for hours._

## Verb

2. Present participle and gerund of word. — present participle and gerund of word
   - Simple: The -ing form of word. Use it after am, is, are, was or were, or to name the action.
   - _The diplomat is wording her response to avoid any hint of blame._
   - _Wording the contract clause precisely took the team most of the afternoon._

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