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Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
newly written work; original work
Refers to a work (novel, play, music, etc.) created specifically for a particular publication, performance, or event, rather than a reprint or adaptation. Often used in publishing and entertainment contexts.
This magazine features a newly written short story by a famous author.
I created an original work specifically for the exhibition.
Usage patterns
- 書き下ろし〈物〉a newly written 〈work〉 made specially for this release, not a reprint or adaptation
This book contains three newly written short stories.
- 〈物〉を書き下ろしで発表するto release a 〈work〉 as an original piece written specifically for that release
He released his new novel as an original work.