The difference between Figure of speech and Phrase
When used as nouns, figure of speech means a word or phrase that departs from straightforward, literal language, whereas phrase means a short written or spoken expression.
Phrase is also verb with the meaning: to express (an action, thought or idea) by means of particular words.
check bellow for the other definitions of Figure of speech and Phrase
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Figure of speech as a noun (idiomatic):
A word or phrase that departs from straightforward, literal language.
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Phrase as a noun:
A short written or spoken expression.
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Phrase as a noun (grammar):
A word or group of words that functions as a single unit in the syntax of a sentence, usually consisting of a head, or central word, and elaborating words.
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Phrase as a noun (music):
A small section of music in a larger piece.
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Phrase as a noun (archaic):
A mode or form of speech; diction; expression.
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Phrase as a verb (transitive):
To express (an action, thought or idea) by means of particular words.
Examples:
"I wasn't sure how to phrase my condolences without sounding patronising."
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Phrase as a verb (intransitive, music):
To perform a passage with the correct phrasing.
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Phrase as a verb (transitive, music):
To divide into melodic phrases.