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locution vs slang expression

slang expression vs locution

locution and slang expression both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
locution Yes No No No
slang expression Yes No No No
As nouns, slang expression is a hyponym of locution; that is, slang expression is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than locution:
  • locution: a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
  • slang expression: a word or expression that is outside of standard usage and is very informal
locution (noun) slang expression (noun)
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations informal language consisting of words and expressions that are not considered appropriate for formal occasions; often vituperative or vulgar
a word or expression that is outside of standard usage and is very informal
Difference between locution and slang expression

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