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单词 logogriph
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Definition of logogriph in English:

logogriph

noun ˈlɒɡəɡrɪf
  • A puzzle involving anagrams, especially one in which a number of words that can be spelled using a group of letters are to be identified from their synonyms introduced into a set of verses.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • It reveals the author's interest in logogriphs - a passion she shares with Duchamp, who likely came to her mind sooner than Delille as a possible literary model.

Origin

Late 16th century: from Greek logos 'word' + griphos 'fishing basket, riddle'.

 
 

Definition of logogriph in US English:

logogriph

nounˈlôɡəɡrifˈlɔɡəɡrɪf
  • A puzzle involving anagrams, especially one in which a number of words that can be spelled using a group of letters are to be identified from their synonyms introduced into a set of verses.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • It reveals the author's interest in logogriphs - a passion she shares with Duchamp, who likely came to her mind sooner than Delille as a possible literary model.

Origin

Late 16th century: from Greek logos ‘word’ + griphos ‘fishing basket, riddle’.

 
 
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