phrase

English

/fɹeɪz/

noun
Definitions
  • A short written or spoken expression.
  • (grammar) A word or group of words that functions as a single unit in the syntax of a sentence, usually consisting of a head, or central word, and elaborating words.
  • (music) A small section of music in a larger piece.
  • (archaic) A mode or form of speech; diction; expression.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin phrasis (diction) derived from Ancient Greek φράσις (manner of expression, speech).

Origin

Ancient Greek

φράσις

Gloss

manner of expression, speech

Concept
Semantic Field

Speech and language

Ontological Category

Person/Thing

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