coin a phrase

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English

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Verb

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coin a phrase (third-person singular simple present coins a phrase, present participle coining a phrase, simple past and past participle coined a phrase)

  1. To create a neologism.

Usage notes

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  • Often used inaccurately or ironically when repeating an existing phrase.