The difference between Figure of speech and Turn of phrase

When used as nouns, figure of speech means a word or phrase that departs from straightforward, literal language, whereas turn of phrase means an expression which is worded in a distinctive way, especially one which is particularly memorable or artful.


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  1. Figure of speech as a noun (idiomatic):

    A word or phrase that departs from straightforward, literal language.

  1. Turn of phrase as a noun (idiomatic):

    An expression which is worded in a distinctive way, especially one which is particularly memorable or artful.

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