spelling

noun5

1. •
   The act, practice, ability, or subject of forming words with letters, or of reading the letters of words; orthography.

   • For the practical use of spelling comes in writing. — 1904
2. •
   The manner of spelling of words; correct spelling.
3. •
   A specific spelling of a word.
4. •
   A choice of notation among enharmonic equivalents for the same pitch.

   • The spelling of a pitch is strongly influenced by its harmonic and melodic context. — 2004
5. •
   (old-fashioned, rare) A spelling test or spelling bee.

   • The boys were anxious for a spelling in the evening but I said no. — 1860