A single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used with others (or sometimes alone) to form a sentence and typically shown with a space on either side when written or printed.

The word 'apple' is a noun that refers to a type of fruit.

A command, password, or signal used to convey information or instructions.

The soldiers waited for the word to advance.

A promise or assurance.

He gave me his word that he would return the book by Friday.

A brief remark or conversation.

Can I have a word with you in private?

Information or news, especially as conveyed informally.

What's the word from headquarters about the new policy?

(often capitalized) The divine message or truth revealed by God; Scripture.

She spends every morning reading the Word and reflecting on its meaning.

Computing: A fixed-sized unit of data that a processor handles as a single entity, typically consisting of 16, 32, or 64 bits.

The new microcontroller can process a 32-bit word in one clock cycle.

wordverb

To express something in particular words or a particular style.

She carefully worded her response to avoid any misunderstandings.

To formulate or phrase a statement or question.

The lawyer worded the contract to ensure clarity and precision.

wordadjective

Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to words, verbal content, or word processing.

He bought a new word processor.

wordinterjection

(slang) Used to express agreement, acknowledgment, or affirmation.

A: That concert was incredible. B: Word!