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1. (n.) aphorism
a terse saying embodying a general truth or astute observation, as “Art is long, life is short.”
Etymology: (1520–30; F aphorisme < LL aphorismus < Gk aphorismós definition =aphor(ízein) to define +-ismos -ism)
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1. (noun) aphorism, apothegm, apophthegm
a short pithy instructive saying
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1. (noun) aphorism
a comprehensive maxim or principle expressed in a few words; a sharply defined sentence relating to abstract truth rather than to practical matters
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