locution
Pronunciation: /loʊ̯ˈkju.ʃn̩/
The English word “locution” has 4 meanings listed here.
noun
- A phrase or expression peculiar to or characteristic of a given person or group of people.
- The use of a word or phrase in an unusual or specialized way.
- Style of discourse or usage, or any particular utterance in such style.
- A supernatural revelation where a religious figure, statue or icon speaks, usually to a saint.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin locūtiō, locūtiōnem (“speech”), from loquor (“speak”). Compare the French cognate locution.
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