noun
metaphrase
Metaphrase (noun) means a translation that follows the original text exactly, word for word.
noun
1
A translation that follows the original text exactly, word for word.
2
A witty reply; a retort.
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Etymology
Came from Ancient Greek μεταφράζομαι (metaphrázomai, “consider after”); by surface analysis, formed from meta- and phrase.
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What is the meaning of metaphrase?
"metaphrase" (noun) means a translation that follows the original text exactly, word for word.
What are the different meanings of metaphrase?
"metaphrase" has 2 main meanings: 1. A translation that follows the original text exactly, word for word; 2. A witty reply; a retort.
