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.nounAngry debate or conversation; argument."After she found out the truth, she had words with him, to tell him how she felt."
20.nounLines in a script for a performance."You better get your words memorised before rehearsal next Saturday."
21.nounLyrics."The composer set the words to music."