Circumlocution Definition in Context with Images

Circumlocution definition in real context with images and synonyms from the book, Vocabulary for the College-Bound Student. /ˌsɜː.kəm.ləˈkjuː.ʃən/ (noun) Circumlocution definition an indirect or implicit way of saying something, periphrasis, euphemism, indirectness in speech, obliqueness in conversation, roundaboutness in speaking, beating around the bush Video of circumlocution https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_2g-N578q-8 Circumlocution in context Circumlocution is a way to describe a word when you do not know it or can’t remember it. You can use circumlocution during a conversation. You do this by using other words to explain the word you do not know. For example, if I do not know the word pillow, ...