About The Word Laconism
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Laconism
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What's The Definition Of Laconism?
[n] terseness of expression
Synonyms | Synonyms for Laconism: laconicism Related Terms | Find terms related to Laconism: See Also | terseness Laconism In Webster's Dictionary \Lac"o*nism\, n. [Gr. ?, fr. ? to imitate
Laced[ae]monian manners, to speak laconically: cf. F.
laconisme.]
1. A vigorous, brief manner of expression; laconic style.
2. An instance of laconic style or expression.
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