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longhand

The correct spelling is longhand.

How to pronounce longhand

noun

IPA: /ˈlɒŋˌhænd/

Say it like: Lon-gha-nd

The correct spelling is longhand. The written characters used in the common method of writing; opposed to shorthand, or typing or printing; handwriting. For example: "I had to write the essay out twice longhand – they wouldn’t let me print it out. It took forever!"

Usage Examples

I had to write the essay out twice longhand – they wouldn’t let me print it out. It took forever!

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The written characters used in the common method of writing; opposed to shorthand, or typing or printing; handwriting.

adverb

  1. 1.Written by hand in normal characters, as opposed to shorthand.
  2. 2.Written by hand (with pen or pencil), rather than printed out; handwritten.

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