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Definition

Simple, clear, straightforward language; blunt language.

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In Context

  • "I am at present engaged in preparing a vest-pocket edition of the philosophical works of Schopenhauer in words of one syllable."
  • "So I explained in words of one syllable that I went there to pick edelweiss from the fire escapes."
  • "Felix propounded the story of the arrest, so far as might be, in words of one syllable."
  • "The President used "words of one syllable" to convey his insistence that Poland be "free and independent"."
  • "Or, in words of one syllable, it's Cirque's sex show."
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Related Idioms

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in words of one syllable

In simple, clear, straightforward language; in blunt language.

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clear cut

Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.

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cut and dried

Simple, straightforward, clear, or certain.

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mind one's language

To be careful to speak properly, especially concerning the avoidance o…

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loaded language

Language using words, set phrases or idioms that have strong positive …

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play on words

A pun, or similar humorous use of language such as a double entendre.
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