locut

Usage

• circumlocution

  Circumlocution is a way of saying or writing something that uses too many words, especially in order to avoid stating the true meaning clearly.

• interlocutor

  An interlocutor is the person with whom you are having a (usually formal) conversation or discussion.

• elocution

  Someone's elocution is their artistic manner of speaking in public, including both the delivery of their voice and gestures.

• locution

  a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations