‘催稿’ is a compound verb meaning 'to urge someone to submit a manuscript'—typically used in publishing, journalism, or academic contexts. The first character 催 (cuī) means 'to urge' or 'to press for action,' while 稿 (gǎo) means 'manuscript,' 'draft,' or 'written work.' Together, they form a concise, professional term describing the act of following up with writers, editors, or contributors who are overdue with their submissions.

This word is commonly used by editors, project managers, or teachers overseeing written assignments. It carries a neutral-to-polite tone when used professionally, though repeated use may imply mild pressure. Unlike general verbs like 'ask' or 'request,' 催稿 specifically implies an expectation of timely delivery and often occurs within deadlines. It’s rarely used outside writing-related workflows—never for physical objects or non-textual tasks—and is seldom found in casual speech among friends unless joking about unfinished homework or blog posts.