writingsystem
nounUK /ˈraɪtɪŋ ˌsɪstəm/
US /ˈraɪtɪŋ ˌsɪstəm/
A writing system is a set of signs or letters that people use to write down a language.
The alphabet is a writing system that many languages use.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A particular method of writing used by a culture or group.
Ancient Egypt had a writing system based on pictures called hieroglyphs.
3. The complete set of characters and rules for writing a language.
Chinese uses a writing system with thousands of characters.
4. A system of symbols used for special purposes, such as music or math.
Musical notes form a writing system for songs.