Phrase(n.)
- A brief expression, sometimes a single word, but usually two or more words forming an expression by themselves, or being a portion of a sentence; as, an adverbial phrase.
Phrase(n.)
- A short, pithy expression; especially, one which is often employed; a peculiar or idiomatic turn of speech; as, to err is human.
Phrase(n.)
- A mode or form of speech; the manner or style in which any one expreses himself; diction; expression.
Phrase(n.)
- A short clause or portion of a period.
Phrase(v. t.)
- To express in words, or in peculiar words; to call; to style.