Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
locution
noun
/ləˈkjuːʃən/
Definition
A particular form of expression or a word or phrase used in a specific context.
Examples
- The phrase ‘kick the bucket’ is an example of a locution that means to die.
- In legal documents, specific locutions are often used to clarify intent.
- Dialectical differences can lead to varied locutions among different regions.
Meaning
In linguistics, locution refers to a speech act or utterance, especially with regards to the way language is structured and used in communication. It can encompass both formal and informal expressions.
Synonyms
- expression
- phrase
- utterance
- statement
