Write in
verb
To add information or a name on a document that is missing.
Please write in your name on the quiz paper.
Often appears as...
- write in a name
- write in an answer
verb
In an election, to vote for a candidate by writing his or her name on the ballot, rather than selecting from the given candidates.
I didn't like any of the candidates, so I decided to write in my neighbor.
Often appears as...
- write in a candidate
- write in vote
verb
To insert text into a script, book, or other written works after the main parts have been completed.
The director decided to write in a new character at the last minute.
Often appears as...
- write in a character
- write in a scene
Usage tips
Literary
verb
To communicate with an organization or a public individual by writing a letter, email, or online post.
If you have any questions, feel free to write in.
Often appears as...
- write in to a magazine
- write in to a radio station
verb
To add information or a name on a document that is missing.
Please write in your name on the quiz paper.
Often appears as...
- write in a name
- write in an answer
verb
In an election, to vote for a candidate by writing his or her name on the ballot, rather than selecting from the given candidates.
I didn't like any of the candidates, so I decided to write in my neighbor.
Often appears as...
- write in a candidate
- write in vote
verb
To insert text into a script, book, or other written works after the main parts have been completed.
The director decided to write in a new character at the last minute.
Often appears as...
- write in a character
- write in a scene
Usage tips
Literary
verb
To communicate with an organization or a public individual by writing a letter, email, or online post.
If you have any questions, feel free to write in.
Often appears as...
- write in to a magazine
- write in to a radio station
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/2Fill Missing Details
To complete forms or documents, 'write in' is used when providing information that was omitted.
Don't forget to write in your address in the space provided.
Pro Tip 2/2Space Provided
'Write in' often refers to physical spaces on paper where details are required.
See where it says 'Remarks'? You can write in your request there.
Pro Tip 1/2Fill Missing Details
To complete forms or documents, 'write in' is used when providing information that was omitted.
Don't forget to write in your address in the space provided.
Pro Tip 2/2Space Provided
'Write in' often refers to physical spaces on paper where details are required.
See where it says 'Remarks'? You can write in your request there.
Pro Tip 1/2Fill Missing Details
To complete forms or documents, 'write in' is used when providing information that was omitted.
Don't forget to write in your address in the space provided.
Pro Tip 2/2Space Provided
'Write in' often refers to physical spaces on paper where details are required.
See where it says 'Remarks'? You can write in your request there.
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