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This tag is for questions related to definitions and nuances of meaning of a word or phrase.
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What do you call something that is hung like a painting, but it is actually made by carving?
A relief might be what you want.
Relief is a sculptural technique where the sculpted elements remain attached to a solid background of the same material.
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What does the term "hot dog lawyer" mean?
The term hotdogger is often used to describe anyone who is conceited, cocksure or arrogant.
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What's the difference between "ricochet" and "bounce"?
In common use, "ricochet" would be used to describe a, perhaps unintentional, rebound of a projectile from a glancing blow.
The bullet ricocheted off the brick wall.
A "bounce" is a softer probably …
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What does "Ship complete" mean to you?
IME, "No partial orders" or "No partial shipments" appear on orders many times.
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What is the definition and origin of the phrase "force the straits"?
I've seen the phrase used often in information about the WWI Gallipoli campaign ("forcing the straits" or "force the Dardanelles").
I know what force means (power, or using power to attain a goal).
I …
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