Definition
Definition noun - A vivid representation in words of someone or something.
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Synonyms for Definition
Saying and definition are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Saying" instead a noun "Definition".
Saying
Saying noun - An often stated observation regarding something from common experience.
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Synonyms for Saying
Definition and saying are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Definition" instead a noun "Saying".
Nearby Word: say
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- Golf's last few moments are very 2001: A Space Odyssey Weaver's "Pain don't hurt." Lampshaded by Erash, saying that, by definition, it does.
Source: Fanfic / Mass Effect Interregnum -
The Sociopath: Matt, who lampshades this by literally reading the definition of one to Owen and saying, "Tell me if this sounds like anybody." Teens Are Monsters TV Teen: Totally averted.
Source: Film / The Dirties -
I wouldn't just go around saying "Jesus, that was a great special effect." The definition of an asshole is a guy who doesn't believe what he's seeing.
Source: Literature / Thinner
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