Phrase — meaning in English

English meaning

• cant noun The specialized jargon of a particular trade, class, or group.
• phrase noun A short group of words that expresses an idea, often forming part of a sentence.

Senses

Phrase is used for these senses in English:

• cant (uncountable, pejorative) Empty, hypocritical talk.
• phrase A short written or spoken expression.

cant — full definition

1. noun The specialized jargon of a particular trade, class, or group.
2. noun Insincere or hypocritical talk, especially moralizing speech.
3. noun A tilt, slope, or angled position.
4. verb To tilt or set something at an angle.

phrase — full definition

1. noun A short group of words that expresses an idea, often forming part of a sentence.
2. verb To express something using particular words.

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