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1. A mode or system of spelling; especially, of spelling correctly or according to acceptable usage: Marissa's tutor insisted that she study orthography as part of her English studies so she could use and spell words precisely.
2. The study of spelling or of the correct spelling patterns of a particular language: Mr. Smith was the foremost researcher of orthography, traveling to numerous university libraries to check texts.
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2. The study of spelling or of the correct spelling patterns of a particular language: Mr. Smith was the foremost researcher of orthography, traveling to numerous university libraries to check texts.
In the university catalogue, orthography was listed separately from English literature and English composition courses.
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grapho-, graph-, -graph, -graphy, -grapher, -graphia
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ortho-, orth-
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“orthographies”
A system of the correct spelling patterns of a particular language or the science of letters and spelling. (1)
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