circumlocution
Definition
An indirect or roundabout way of speaking; using many words to express a simple idea.
日本語 単純な考えを表現するために多くの言葉を使う間接的な言葉
Example
"Instead of saying 'no,' he responded with a circumlocution that confused everyone."
An indirect or roundabout way of speaking; using many words to express a simple idea.
日本語 単純な考えを表現するために多くの言葉を使う間接的な言葉
"Instead of saying 'no,' he responded with a circumlocution that confused everyone."