phrasy

/ˈfræsiːm/

Definitions

1. noun

A unit of meaning in a language that cannot be analyzed into smaller parts, often consisting of a verb and its associated noun or adjective, and typically used to express a complete thought or idea.

“The phraseme ‘to make a decision’ is often used in formal business settings.”

Synonyms

  • idiom
  • phrase

Antonyms

  • term
  • word