Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to-say-nothing-of
idiomatic expression
/tə səɪ ˈnʌθɪŋ əv/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that something is even more true or important when considering what has just been mentioned.
Examples
- She has a busy schedule, to say nothing of her other commitments.
- He’s a talented musician, to say nothing of his skills in composition.
- The project was challenging, to say nothing of the tight deadline.
Meaning
It emphasizes an additional point or fact that relates to the previous statement, often to highlight its significance.
Synonyms
- not to mention
- let alone
- in addition to
