Definition of PARAPHRASIS

paraphrasis

Meanings

Noun

  • rewording for the purpose of clarification
  • The practice of paraphrasing.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin paraphrasis, from Ancient Greek παράφρασις (paráphrasis). Compare periphrasis.

Synonyms

paraphrase

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Words With Friends Score: 19

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