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