“locution”在英语中的释义

noun

1. A phrase or expression peculiar to or characteristic of a given person or group of people.

   • The television show host is widely recognized for his all-too-common locutions.

2. The use of a word or phrase in an unusual or specialized way.

3. Style of discourse or usage, or any particular utterance in such style.

   • informal locutions

4. (religion) A supernatural revelation where a religious figure, statue or icon speaks, usually to a saint.