Letter Definition
letter
noun
- a written message addressed to a person or organization; "mailed an indignant letter to the editor"
- the conventional characters of the alphabet used to represent speech; "his grandmother taught him his letters"
- owner who lets another person use something (housing usually) for hire
- a strictly literal interpretation (as distinct from the intention); "he followed instructions to the letter"; "he obeyed the letter of the law"
- an award earned by participation in a school sport; "he won letters in three sports"
verb
- win an athletic letter
- set down or print with letters
- mark letters on or mark with letters
"Letter" in song lyrics
See how letter is used in real songs:
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"Today I came home without detention or a letter"
2 Low — The Groove with Mr. Scarface -
"A record label, a King to 4th letter"
3rd Bass — Sons of 3rd Bass -
"Decipher your code to the very last letter"
3rd Eye f/ Lord Finesse, Nine, Top Quality, Zone 7 — Troopers Reprezent
Words that rhyme with letter
Usage tips for "letter"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "letter" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for letter to find words that pair well.