scriptn.[OE. scrit, L. scriptum something written, fr. scribere, scriptum to write: cf. OF. escript, escrit, F. crit. See Scribe, and cf. Scrip a writing.]1. A writing; a written document.(Chaucer.)2. (Print.) Type made in imitation of handwriting.()3. (Law) An original instrument or document.()4. Written characters; style of writing.()()