word means: One sound, or combination of sounds or representations of it in writing or printing that communicates or symbolizes a message. It may be a single or multiple morphemes. (in Merlin Dictionary)

What else does word mean?

  • A statement, comment, or utterance. (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • An order; a command, direction. (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • A promise or assurance; swearing intention. (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • Verbal signals; passwords or watchwords. (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • Talk or discourse; speech. (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • Text of vocal compositions; lyrics. (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • Remarks back-and-forth that are hostile or angerful (in Merlin Dictionary)
  • This versatile statement is more common in hip-hop culture than it is elsewhere. Word can have many meanings, but it is often used as a way to express a casual feeling of acknowledgment, affirmation or agreement. The use of it among young blacks was ridiculed by clueless suburban whites. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Nieves Díaz)
  • My fellow African American friends, I agree. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Pío Velasco)
  • 1 True, affirmation (in Slang Dictionary, added by Fátima Domínguez)
  • 1. Combinations of letters from any alphabet that are easily recognized and can be used to communicate meaning. 2. Slang term that means “promise of Truth”; derived from Word of Honor or Word is My Bond. It can be abbreviated to “word” for ease. 3. Slang for absolute truth. Derived from the Bible’s reference to “Word of God”, or even the Bible itself. 4. Slang for an affirmative answer or agreement. 5. Slang terms for “you are not kidding” or “you can repeat that again”. This was created by gangstas who were too cool and lazy to use those geeky phrases. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Stella Orozco)
  • In some religious masses e.g. Roman Catholic: A section of the gospel is read aloud to the congregation in some religious masses, e.g. The priest will begin chanting after the end of the scripture reading. The priest says, “The word of God” and the congregation replies with, “Thanks be to God”. It is an abbreviation of the phrase “word”, and is used in agreement with a statement. This statement bears some similarities to gospel. This is to raise the phrase previously mentioned to a higher standard. Similar Expressions: Peace – Also from Christian Mass, the phrase “Peace Be With You” is used to exchange greetings between parishioners after the Our Father. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Belen Beltran)
  • It’s like something that contains letters. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Cullen Clay)
  • It is the thing that emerges from people’s mouths. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Prince Burnett)
  • This is what you entered to view it. (in Slang Dictionary, added by Furphy)