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Topic: Grammar

phrase

IPA: /freɪz/

KK: /freɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To express something in a particular way using words, especially in music or reading.

Example: The musician learned how to phrase the melody beautifully.

noun

Definition: A group of words that work together to convey a specific meaning or idea.

Example: She used a beautiful phrase in her poem that captured the essence of love.

transitive verb

Definition: To express something in words or to arrange words in a particular way.

Example: She phrased her thoughts carefully before speaking.

phrasemaker

IPA: /ˈfreɪzˌmeɪkər/

KK: /ˈfreɪzˌmeɪkər/

noun

Definition: A person who creates phrases that sound good but may not have much real meaning or substance.

Example: The phrasemaker crafted a beautiful speech that captivated the audience, even if the words were somewhat empty.

phrasemaking

IPA: /ˈfreɪzˌmeɪkɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfreɪzˌmeɪkɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The process of creating or forming phrases, often used in writing or speaking to express ideas clearly and effectively.

Example: The author is known for her skill in phrasemaking, which makes her writing engaging and memorable.

phrasemonger

IPA: /ˈfreɪzˌmʌŋɡər/

KK: /ˈfreɪzˌmʌŋɡər/

noun

Definition: A person who skillfully combines words or phrases, often without much thought or meaning behind them.

Example: The writer was often criticized as a phrasemonger, using fancy language without substance.

phraseological

IPA: //freɪzɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl//

KK: /ˈfreɪzɪəˌlɒdʒɪkəl/

adjective

Definition: Related to the way phrases are used in language, especially in a formal or specialized context.

Example: The phraseological analysis of the text revealed many idiomatic expressions.

phraseologist

IPA: //freɪˈziːəˌlɒdʒɪst//

KK: /ˈfreɪziˌɑlədʒɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who creates or uses phrases, often in a clever or artistic way.

Example: The phraseologist crafted beautiful expressions that captivated the audience.

phraseology

IPA: /ˌfreɪˈziːəˌlədʒi/

KK: /freɪˈziːəˌlədʒi/

noun

Definition: A specific way of using words and expressions, often characteristic of a particular group or style.

Example: The author's phraseology made the text unique and engaging.

phrasing

IPA: /ˈfreɪzɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfreɪzɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The way in which words are arranged or expressed in a sentence or piece of writing.

Example: The phrasing of her speech made it more engaging and memorable.

pithier

IPA: /ˈpɪθ.i.ər/

KK: /ˈpɪθiər/

adjective

Definition: More concise and forceful in expression; having a lot of meaning in a few words.

Example: The author's pithier writing style made the book more engaging and easier to read.

pithiest

IPA: /ˈpɪθiɪst/

KK: /ˈpɪθiɪst/

adjective

Definition: The most concise and forceful in expression; using few words but having a strong impact.

Example: Her pithiest remarks always leave a lasting impression on the audience.

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