Meaning Of Phrase

n.

A brief expression, sometimes a single word, but usually two or more words forming an expression by themselves, or being a portion of a sentence; as, an adverbial phrase.
n.

A short, pithy expression; especially, one which is often employed; a peculiar or idiomatic turn of speech; as, to err is human.
n.

A mode or form of speech; the manner or style in which any one expreses himself; diction; expression.
n.

A short clause or portion of a period.
v. t.

To express in words, or in peculiar words; to call; to style.
v. i.

To use proper or fine phrases.
v. i.

To group notes into phrases; as, he phrases well. See Phrase, n., 4.