Transcription
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- [bahy wurd]
- /baɪ wɜrd/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [bahy wurd]
- /baɪ wɜrd/
Definitions of by-word word
- noun by-word a word or phrase associated with some person or thing; a characteristic expression, typical greeting, or the like. 1
- noun by-word a word or phrase used proverbially; common saying; proverb. 1
- noun by-word an object of general reproach, derision, scorn, etc.: His crimes will make him a byword through the ages. 1
- noun by-word an epithet, often of scorn. 1
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Origin of by-word
First appearance:
before 1050 One of the 6% oldest English words
before 1050; Middle English biworde, Old English biwyrde. See by1 (adj.), word
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Parts of speech for By-word
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
by-word popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
Synonyms for by-word
noun by-word
- handle — a part of a thing made specifically to be grasped or held by the hand.
- precept — a commandment or direction given as a rule of action or conduct.
- aphorism — An aphorism is a short witty sentence which expresses a general truth or comment.
- slogan — a distinctive cry, phrase, or motto of any party, group, manufacturer, or person; catchword or catch phrase.
- gnome — GNU Network Object Model Environment
Antonyms for by-word
noun by-word
- silence — absence of any sound or noise; stillness.
- ambiguity — If you say that there is ambiguity in something, you mean that it is unclear or confusing, or it can be understood in more than one way.
- unbelief — the state or quality of not believing; incredulity or skepticism, especially in matters of doctrine or religious faith.
- disorganization — a breaking up of order or system; disunion or disruption of constituent parts.
- lawlessness — contrary to or without regard for the law: lawless violence.
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