proverb

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈprɒvɜːb/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈprɑvɝb/

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Noun

Singular proverb

Plural proverbs

1. (countable) A proverb is a short and important saying that states a useful piece of advice in life.