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by The SQUIP August 17, 2021
In some religious masses (e.g. Roman Catholic), a section from the gospel is spoken aloud to the parish. At the conclusion of the scripture reading a chant is started by the priest. He says ‘The word of the lord’ and the congregation responds ‘thanks be to god’. The expression “word” is a truncation of that phrase and it is said in agreement to a statement – a statement that bears some resemblance to gospel. It is intended to elevate the previously said phrase to a higher standard of truth.
Related Expressions: “Peace” – also from Christian mass the phrase “Peace be with you” is exchanged between parishioners following the Our Father.
Related Expressions: “Peace” – also from Christian mass the phrase “Peace be with you” is exchanged between parishioners following the Our Father.
by B-Dub-007 April 26, 2010
“A word” is a colloquial term used mainly within the African American church community to denote agreement with a strong message
*The pastor at a COGIC church just preached a really strong sermon*
Shanice: Girl, that was a word...the pastor went off today!
Shandra: He sure did!
Shanice: Girl, that was a word...the pastor went off today!
Shandra: He sure did!
by toowarmtohandle September 24, 2020
by Just a guy who’s really bored February 05, 2019
by I am Tara Reid's Titties May 30, 2005
This is an unformal way of speaking and is very common in the speech of children from London.
It basically means 'Exactly' , 'For real' or 'Really?'
It basically means 'Exactly' , 'For real' or 'Really?'
James: 'Nah but if you deep it, music is actually a free lesson at this point.'
Liam: 'Word, I've been saying that, anyways, I'll catch u later g'
James: 'Alright in a bit'
Liam: 'Word, I've been saying that, anyways, I'll catch u later g'
James: 'Alright in a bit'
by Englishslangforpeepswhoaredumb June 13, 2023
by inkdrinker April 25, 2003