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word

/wɜːd/

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noun

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).
"mum's the word"
A proverb or motto.
News; tidings (used without an article).
"Have you had any word from John yet?"
An order; a request or instruction; an expression of will.
"Don't fire till I give the word"
A promise; an oath or guarantee.
"I give you my word that I will be there on time."
A brief discussion or conversation.
"Can I have a word with you?"
(in the plural) See words.
"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.
"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).
"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."
""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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