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pro·ver·bi·al
proverbial
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- pronunciation:
- pr
vuhr
bi
l
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: |
adjective |
definition 1: |
of, in, or like a proverb.
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definition 2: |
widely known and often referred to, as if in a common proverb.
the proverbial absent-minded professor |
related words: |
familiar |
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derivation: |
proverbially (adv.) |
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