| 释义 |
turn of phrase
ˌturn of ˈphrase noun [C usually singular]
1 F0 a way of saying something: » 'Significant other' meaning 'partner' - now that's an interesting turn of phrase.Thesaurus+: ↑Ways of talking2 F0 the ability to express yourself well: » She has a nice turn of phrase, which should serve her well in journalism.Thesaurus+: ↑Talkative and eloquent |