ALL meanings of by-word
by-word
B b - 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