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Rarecircumlocutory
The correct spelling is circumlocutory.
How to pronounce circumlocutory
adjective
Say it like: Sir-cum-loc-uto-ree
The correct spelling is circumlocutory. Characterised by circumlocution; periphrastic; verbose. For example: "The officials set to work in regular circumlocutory order. -Chambers's Journal."
Usage Examples
“The officials set to work in regular circumlocutory order. -Chambers's Journal.”
Definition
adjective
- 1.Characterised by circumlocution; periphrastic; verbose.
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