word
1 of 3noun
- 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.
Synonyms: Bibleword of GodGodLogospromisevocable
word
2 of 3verb
- 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.
Synonyms: expressphraseput into wordsstate
word
3 of 3interjection
- 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.