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Phrase
freɪz
Phrase definitions
noun
phrase
phrases
- a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause
"‘to improve standards’ is the key phrase here"
expression group of words word group construction clause locution wording term turn of phrase idiom idiomatic expression set phrase phrasal idiom phrasal verb- an idiomatic or short pithy expression
"his favourite phrase is ‘it's a pleasure’"
- a group of notes forming a distinct unit within a longer passage
"the succession of downward phrases in the orchestra is so moving"
- a group of steps within a longer sequence or dance
verb
phrase
phrased
phrases
phrasing
- put into a particular form of words
"it's important to phrase the question correctly"
express put into words put word style formulate couch frame set forth utter say tell articulate verbalize communicate convey get/put across- divide (music) into phrases in a particular way, especially in performance
"they phrased the music with gusto"