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/-ɾə(ɹ)/ English

Definitions

noun

A symbol in an alphabet.“There are twenty-six letters in the English alphabet.”
A written or printed communication, generally longer and more formal than a note.“I wrote a letter to my sister about my life.”
The literal meaning of something, as distinguished from its intended and remoter meaning (often contrasted with the spirit).
(plural) Literature.“Benjamin Franklin was multiskilled – a scientist, politician and a man of letters.”

verb

To print, inscribe, or paint letters on something.
(scholastic) To earn a varsity letter (award).

noun

An identifying initial of the academic institution that is awarded to a member of a varsity team. It is made from structured cloth, and intended to be sewn to a piece of clothing such as a varsity sweater or varsity jacket.

noun

One who lets, or lets out.“a blood-letter”
One who retards or hinders.

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Synonyms

bookstaff bookstave missive varsity letter alphabetic character letter of the alphabet writing text write alphabetic courier alphabetical written print alphabet book memorandum memo

Associated

midpoint marque cyrillic informing urging dated crater addressed asking vowel apology

Rhymes

better setter bettor trendsetter sweater getter etter retter newsletter pacesetter

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