transitive. To speak (the truth); to tell (a lie). Frequently (now usually) in the infinitive in parenthetic phrases: see phrases 3a(b).
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释义 | the mind > mental capacity > knowledge > conformity with what is known, truth > truthfulness, veracity > tell the truth [verb (transitive)] (8) sayOE transitive. To speak (the truth); to tell (a lie). Frequently (now usually) in the infinitive in parenthetic phrases: see phrases 3a(b). tellc1330 transitive. With (the) truth (formerly †sooth) as object: to make a true statement; to state or report the fact, state of affairs, etc., as it… nevena1375 transitive. To tell (a story, the truth). straighten1970 To put in order, tidy up. Also in slang use (see quot. 1970). Subcategories:— assert truth of (1) — test truth of (2) — reproduce exactly (1) |
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