geflügeltes Wort — meaning in English
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English meaning
- adage noun A short, well-known saying that expresses a general truth or piece of wisdom.
- catchphrase noun A memorable phrase repeated often enough to become associated with a particular person, show, or trend.
- witticism noun A clever and amusing remark.
Senses
geflügeltes Wort is used for these senses in English:
- adage An old saying which has obtained credit by long use.
- catchphrase A repeated expression, often originating in popular culture.
- winged word (idiomatic, literary, chiefly, in the plural) A word or statement which is very apt for an occasion, or memorable. [late 16th c.]
- witticism a witty remark; a bon mot; an epigram; a zinger.
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