wording
UK: ˈwɜːdɪŋ | US: ˈwɜːrdɪŋ
n. the choice and arrangement of words in speech or writing
n. the way something is expressed verbally or in text
The word "wording" derives from the Old English "word," meaning "speech" or "statement," which traces back to the Proto-Germanic *wurdan and Proto-Indo-European *werdʰo- (to speak). The suffix "-ing" is a productive English nominalizer, turning verbs or roots into nouns denoting action or result. Thus, "wording" literally means "the act or result of arranging words." Over time, it evolved to emphasize the stylistic or precise selection of language in communication.
The wording of the contract was carefully reviewed by the lawyers.
Her wording in the email was unclear, causing confusion.
The politician’s wording during the speech was deliberately vague.
I suggest revising the wording to make it more concise.
The wording on the sign was misleading, so we changed it.