Dictionary entryCEFR B2adjective

literal

IPA pronunciation: /ˈlɪtərəl/

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Russian meaning

буквальный, дословный

English definition

Taking words in their usual or most basic sense without metaphor or exaggeration.

Example

The literal meaning of 'break a leg' is to fracture a bone.

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literal interpretation

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