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prose
UK
/prəʊz/
US
/proʊz/
Translations
proses
pl
The novel was written in clear, engaging prose that captivated readers.
Le roman était écrit dans une prose claire et captivante qui fascinait les lecteurs.
Additional translations
prosed
Past Simple
prosed
Past Participle
prosing
Gerund
UK
/prəʊz/
US
/proʊz/
He tended to prose on about his work, making it difficult for others to stay engaged.
Il avait tendance à proser sur son travail, ce qui rendait difficile pour les autres de rester attentifs.
Additional translations
UK
/prəʊz/
US
/proʊz/
Used attributively, e.g., “prose style”, functioning as an adjective.
She favoured a prose narrative over verse drama.
Elle préférait un récit en prose à un drame en vers.
Definitions
The novel was written in clear, engaging prose that captivated readers.
She preferred reading prose over poetry because she found it more straightforward.
Despite its accuracy, the report's prose was dry and uninspiring.
He tended to prose on about his work, making it difficult for others to stay engaged.
The playwright prosed his earlier verse scenes for a modern audience.
She favoured a prose narrative over verse drama.