To write down
Example: They write down important ideas during the meeting
Definition
"To write down" means to record information by putting it into writing, often quickly or briefly, in order to remember or refer to it later. For example, people write down important ideas during meetings to keep track of key points.
Etymology
The phrase "to write down" combines the verb "write," from Old English "writan" meaning to scratch or draw, with the adverb "down," used here to indicate recording on paper or a surface. This expression has been used for centuries to describe the act of making a written record.
