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Meaning of the word words in English

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words

Verb

choose and use particular words in order to say or write (something).

Example:
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he words his request in a particularly ironic way
Synonym:
phrase express put couch frame set forth formulate style say utter state

Noun

1.

a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used with others (or sometimes alone) to form a sentence and typically shown with a space on either side when written or printed.

Example:
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I don't like the word “unofficial”
Synonym:
term name expression designation locution turn of phrase idiom appellation vocable
2.

a command, password, or signal.

Example:
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someone gave me the word to start playing
Synonym:
instruction order command signal prompt cue tip-off go-ahead thumbs up green light high sign decree edict mandate bidding will
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