rebus
1 synonym for rebus, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A puzzle that uses pictures or symbols to represent words or parts of words.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use rebus
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
solve a rebus
a rebus puzzle
Etymology
From French rébus, probably from Latin rēbus ("by things"), though the exact link between the Latin phrase and the puzzle sense is uncertain.
Full origin of rebus →Frequently asked questions
What does “rebus” mean?
The word “rebus” means a puzzle that uses pictures or symbols to represent words or parts of words. In plain terms, a picture-puzzle where images stand in for words or sounds.
How do you pronounce “rebus”?
“Rebus” is pronounced REE-buhs (/ˈɹibəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “rebus” in a sentence?
Here is “rebus” used in a sentence: “The greeting card had a rebus that spelled out "I love you" with a heart and an eye.”
What part of speech is “rebus”?
“Rebus” is a noun.
Where does the word “rebus” come from?
The word “rebus” comes from Latin. From French rébus, probably from Latin rēbus ("by things"), though the exact link between the Latin phrase and the puzzle sense is uncertain.
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