Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

form-of-words

noun
/fɔrm əv wɜrdz/
Definition
A specific arrangement of words used to convey a particular meaning or expression in language.
Examples
  • The contract must be written in a specific form of words to be legally binding.
  • In her speech, she used a beautiful form of words that resonated with the audience.
Meaning
The phrase ‘form of words’ refers to the precise wording or structure used in communication, especially in legal, formal, or literary contexts.
Synonyms
  • phraseology
  • wording
  • expression