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Word

noun
/wɜːd/
Word Frequency: 147.7

Definitions

1.nounThe smallest unit of language that has a particular meaning and can be expressed by itself; the smallest discrete, meaningful unit of language. (contrast morpheme.)
2.nounSomething like such a unit of language:
3.nounThe fact or act of speaking, as opposed to taking action. .
4.nounSomething that someone said; a comment, utterance; speech.
5.nounA watchword or rallying cry, a verbal signal (even when consisting of multiple words).
"mum's the word"
6.nounA proverb or motto.
7.nounNews; tidings (used without an article).
"Have you had any word from John yet?"
8.nounAn order; a request or instruction; an expression of will.
"Don't fire till I give the word"
9.nounA promise; an oath or guarantee.
"I give you my word that I will be there on time."
10.nounA brief discussion or conversation.
"Can I have a word with you?"
11.noun(in the plural) See words.
"There had been words between him and the secretary about the outcome of the meeting."
12.noun(sometimes Word) Communication from God; the message of the Christian gospel; the Bible, Scripture.
"Her parents had lived in Botswana, spreading the word among the tribespeople."
13.noun(sometimes Word) Logos, Christ.
14.verbTo say or write (something) using particular words; to phrase (something).
"I’m not sure how to word this letter to the council."
15.verbTo flatter with words, to cajole.
16.verbTo ply or overpower with words.
17.verbTo conjure with a word.
18.verbTo speak, to use words; to converse, to discourse.
19.interjectionTruth, indeed, that is the truth! The shortened form of the statement "My word is my bond."
""Yo, that movie was epic!" / "Word?" ("You speak the truth?") / "Word." ("I speak the truth.")"
20.interjection(stereotypically) An abbreviated form of word up; a statement of the acknowledgment of fact with a hint of nonchalant approval.

Synonyms

Bibleword of GodGodLogospromisevocableexpressphraseput into wordsstatelogoswatchword

Rhymes With

absurdspurredstirredconferredinterrednerddemurredpurred
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