to paraphrase
Pronunciation
/ˈpɛɹəˌfɹeɪz/

Definition & Meaning of "paraphrase"in English

to paraphrase
01

to express the meaning of something written or spoken with a different choice of words

Transitive: to paraphrase information or content
to paraphrase definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
paraphrase
3rd person singular
paraphrases
Present participle
paraphrasing
Past simple
paraphrased
Past participle
paraphrased
Examples
The student paraphrased the paragraph to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concept.
Paraphrase
01

rewording for the purpose of clarification

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
paraphrases
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