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longhand
noun long·hand \-ˌhand\
: writing that is done by using a pen or pencil rather than with a typewriter or computer
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First Known Use of LONGHAND
1666
Related to LONGHAND
- Synonyms
- calligraphy, handwriting, manuscript, penmanship, script
- Antonyms
- print, type, typewriting
Rhymes with LONGHAND
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longhand
noun long·hand \ˈlȯŋ-ˌhand\
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