The smallest unit of language that has a particular meaning and can be expressed by itself; the smallest discrete, meaningful unit of language. (contrast morpheme.)
Something like such a unit of language:
The fact or act of speaking, as opposed to taking action. .
Something that someone said; a comment, utterance; speech.
A watchword or rallying cry, a verbal signal (even when consisting of multiple words).
mum's the word
A proverb or motto.
News; tidings (used without an article).
Have you had any word from John yet?
An order; a request or instruction; an expression of will.
Don't fire till I give the word
A promise; an oath or guarantee.
I give you my word that I will be there on time.
A brief discussion or conversation.
Can I have a word with you?
(in the plural) See words.
There had been words between him and the secretary about the outcome of the meeting.
(sometimes Word) Communication from God; the message of the Christian gospel; the Bible, Scripture.
Her parents had lived in Botswana, spreading the word among the tribespeople.
(sometimes Word) Logos, Christ.
To say or write (something) using particular words; to phrase (something).
I’m not sure how to word this letter to the council.
To flatter with words, to cajole.
To ply or overpower with words.
To conjure with a word.
To speak, to use words; to converse, to discourse.
Angry debate or conversation; argument.
After she found out the truth, she had words with him, to tell him how she felt.
Lines in a script for a performance.
You better get your words memorised before rehearsal next Saturday.
Lyrics.
The composer set the words to music.