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reword
verb re·word \(ˌ)rē-ˈwərd\
: to state (something) again using different and often simpler words
Full Definition of REWORD
transitive verb
1
: to repeat in the same words
2
: to alter the wording of; also : to restate in other words
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First Known Use of REWORD
1602
Related to REWORD
- Synonyms
- rephrase, restate, paraphrase, translate
- Antonyms
- quote
Rhymes with REWORD
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REWORDING Defined for Kids
reword
verb re·word \ˌrē-ˈwərd\
re·word·edre·word·ing
Definition of REWORD for Kids
: to state in different words <Let me reword the question.>
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