Prosing is a literary term that refers to writing in prose, which is the ordinary form of written language. It is distinct from poetry, which is written in verse and often uses more figurative language. Prosing is typically used for narrative writing, such as novels, short stories, and essays. It is also used for non-fiction writing, such as biographies, histories, and scientific papers. Prosing is characterized by its straightforward, direct style, and its lack of poetic devices.