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METAPHRASES

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Metaphrases.

Metaphrases - as a noun

A literal, word-for-word translation.

An answering phrase; repartee.

Metaphrases - as a verb

To make such a literal translation.

Example Sentences

"She used metaphrases to convey the meaning of the ancient text."
"The professor showed us various metaphrases of the poem in different languages."
"His metaphrases of the novel were criticized for not capturing the author's style."
"The translator was praised for her skillful metaphrases of the complex philosophical concepts."
"The book contains multiple metaphrases of famous quotes from Shakespeare's plays."
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Word Game Points

Is METAPHRASES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, metaphrases is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

METAPHRASES has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is METAPHRASES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, metaphrases is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
METAPHRASES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is METAPHRASES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, metaphrases is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
METAPHRASES has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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