Manuscript

/mˈænjuːskɹˌɪpt/

/ˈmænjəsˌkɹɪpt/

Manuscript

a handwritten or typed document that has not yet been published or printed, often used to refer to an author's draft of a book or other literary work

synonyms : ms

handwritten book or document

synonyms : holograph

Examples

1. The editor picked holes in the manuscript, pointing out every mistake and inconsistency.

2. The author had to eat crow and rewrite their manuscript after receiving harsh criticism from their editor.

3. The writer hoped to hitch her wagon to a star by submitting her manuscript to a top publishing house.

4. We need to get Sally's eagle eye on this manuscript because she'll be sure to spot any errors.