The difference between Document and Writing

When used as nouns, document means an original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing, book, or other instrument conveying information pertinent to such proof or support, whereas writing means graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.


Document is also verb with the meaning: to record in documents.

check bellow for the other definitions of Document and Writing

  1. Document as a noun:

    An original or official paper used as the basis, proof, or support of anything else, including any writing, book, or other instrument conveying information pertinent to such proof or support.

  2. Document as a noun:

    Any material substance on which the information is represented by writing.

  3. Document as a noun (computing):

    A file that contains text.

  4. Document as a noun (obsolete):

    That which is taught or authoritatively set forth; precept; instruction; dogma.

  5. Document as a noun (obsolete):

    An example for instruction or warning.

  1. Document as a verb:

    To record in documents.

    Examples:

    "He documented each step of the process as he did it, which was good when the investigation occurred."

  2. Document as a verb:

    To furnish with documents or papers necessary to establish facts or give information.

    Examples:

    "A ship should be documented according to the directions of law."

  1. Writing as a noun (uncountable):

    Graphism of symbols such as letters that express some meaning.

  2. Writing as a noun (uncountable):

    Something written, such as a document, article or book.

  3. Writing as a noun (uncountable):

    The process of representing a language with symbols or letters.

  4. Writing as a noun (countable):

    A work of an author.

  5. Writing as a noun (countable):

    The style of writing of a person.

    Examples:

    "I can't read your writing."

  6. Writing as a noun:

    Intended for or used in writing.

    Examples:

    "a writing table"

  1. Writing as a verb: