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- pronunciation:
- le
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 r
- parts of speech:
- noun, transitive verb, intransitive verb
- phrases:
- to the letter
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
a written representation of a speech sound; specific character of an alphabet.
- similar words:
- character, symbol
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| definition 2: |
a written message, usu. sent through the mail.
- synonyms:
- missive
- similar words:
- billet-doux, communication, dispatch, epistle, message, note
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| definition 3: |
the restricted rather than the implied or essential meaning of a law, contract, or the like.
the letter vs. the spirit of the law- synonyms:
- details, literalness, particulars, substance, terms
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| definition 4: |
(pl.) literary activity or literature in general.
- synonyms:
- literature
- similar words:
- belles-lettres, humanities
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| related words: |
initial, line, mail, memorandum |
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| phrase: |
to the letter |
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| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
letters, lettering, lettered |
| definition: |
to draw, copy, or write with letters.
- similar words:
- initial, inscribe, mark, sign, stencil, write
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to receive official recognition of having participated in a high school or college sport.
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