scripting
ˈskrɪptɪŋ
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Definition of scripting - Reverso English Dictionary

Adjective

1.
screen storyrelated to writing scripts for films or plays
  • She took a course on scripting techniques for movies.
screenwriting scriptwriting
2.
technologyTECH.involving the use of scripts in computingTECH.
  • The developer focused on scripting tasks for automation.
automated programmatic

Noun

1.
film and theaterwriting scripts for films or plays
  • Scripting is crucial for a successful movie production.
screenwriting
2.
technologyTECH.creating scripts to automate computer tasksTECH.
  • Scripting can simplify repetitive tasks on a computer.
programming
3.
general writingRarethe process of writing structured contentRare
  • Scripting requires creativity and attention to detail.
drafting writing
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language for automating tasks that could be done manually
He used a scripting language to automate the data entry process.

Origin of scripting

English, script (write) + -ing (action)

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television
describing a show blending real life and scripting
ESacr.
acr: ECMAScript
scripting language used for web development
PHPacr.
acr: PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor
scripting language for making websites dynamic and interactive
technology
programmer using a scripting language for tasks
XSSabbr.
abr: cross-site scripting
security attack where code is injected into websites

Examples of scripting in a sentence

  • He has a natural talent for scripting engaging dialogues.
  • The scripting language was easy to learn.
  • She specialized in scripting interfaces for web applications.
  • Scripting requires creativity and precision.
  • He studied scripting in film school.
  • Learning scripting can enhance your programming skills.

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  1. French:scénaristique, scénarisation, ...
  2. German:drehbuchbezogen, Skripterstellung, ...
  3. Italian:di sceneggiatura, sceneggiatura, ...
  4. Spanish:de guion, guionización, ...
  5. Portuguese:escrita de roteiros, roteirização, ...
  6. Chinese:剧本写作的, 剧本创作, ...
  7. Japanese:脚本作成, スクリプトライティング, ...
  8. Arabic:كِتابِيّ, كتابة السيناريو, ...
  9. Hebrew:תַּסְרִיטָאִי, כְּתִיבַת תַּסְרִיטִים, ...
  10. Russian:сценарное написание, написание сценариев, ...
  11. Ukrainian:написання сценаріїв, скриптинг, ...
  12. Hindi:स्क्रिप्टिंग, स्क्रिप्ट लेखन, ...
script
skrɪpt

Definition of script - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

tr.
1.
writingwrite screenplay or stage text for film or play
  • She scripted the entire movie herself.
2.
planningdevise or plan something carefully
  • They scripted the event down to the last detail.
devise orchestrate plan
3.
programmingTECH.create a sequence of commands for a computerTECH.
  • He scripted an automated backup process.
automate code program

Noun

1.
psychologysequence of actions in a situation
  • He followed the script during the emergency drill.
pattern routine sequence
2.
linguisticsTECH.system of writing for a languageTECH.
  • The Cyrillic script is used in several languages.
orthography writing system
3.
technologyTECH.program code written for a computerTECH.
  • He wrote a script to automate the data entry process..
code program
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write a detailed script for something
The director asked the writer to script out the entire scene.
not following the planned script
The actor went off script during the live performance.
challenge or change the usual way of doing something
The new CEO decided to flip the script on company policies.
deviate from the prepared text
During the speech, she was off script and added personal anecdotes.
changing the original plan or approach
The team is rewriting the script to improve the project's outcome.
follow the planned sequence of events or actions
The actor decided to stick to the script during the performance.

Origin of script

Latin, scriptum (something written)

Examples of script in a sentence

  • They decided to script the play based on the novel.
  • She scripted her day to maximize productivity.
  • The team scripted their strategy for the match.
  • She scripted a new feature for the app.
  • They scripted the entire user interface interaction.
  • The therapist analyzed the patient's social script.

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  1. French:scénariser, scénario, ...
  2. German:schreiben, Skript, ...
  3. Italian:scrivere, copione, ...
  4. Spanish:escribir, guion, ...
  5. Portuguese:roteirizar, roteiro, ...
  6. Chinese:写剧本, 脚本, ...
  7. Japanese:脚本を書く, シナリオ, ...
  8. Arabic:كَتَبَ السِّينارْيُو, سِينَارْيُو, ...
  9. Hebrew:לִכְתּוֹב תַּסְרִיט, תַּסְרִיט, ...
  10. Russian:писать, сценарий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:писати, сценарій, ...
  12. Hindi:पटकथा लिखना, स्क्रिप्ट, ...
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