Word

/wɜːd/

noun

  1. 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.)

  2. Something like such a unit of language:

  3. The fact or act of speaking, as opposed to taking action. .

Synonyms: Bible, word of God, God, Logos, promise, vocable

verb

  1. To say or write (something) using particular words; to phrase (something).

    I’m not sure how to word this letter to the council.

  2. To flatter with words, to cajole.

  3. To ply or overpower with words.

Synonyms: express, phrase, put into words, state

interjection

  1. 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.")

  2. (stereotypically) An abbreviated form of word up; a statement of the acknowledgment of fact with a hint of nonchalant approval.

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