Definitions of longhand
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having words written out in full by hand“longhand writing”
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Synonyms:
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written
set down in writing in any of various ways
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written
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rapid handwriting in which letters are set down in full and are cursively connected within words without lifting the writing implement from the paper
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synonyms:
cursive, cursive script, running hand
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types:
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minuscule
a small cursive script developed from uncial between the 7th and 9th centuries and used in medieval manuscripts
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copperplate
a graceful style of handwriting based on the writing used on copperplate engravings
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italic
a style of handwriting with the letters slanting to the right
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round hand
a clearly written style of longhand with large round curves
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type of:
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hand, handwriting, script
something written by hand
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