Paragraph Definition & Meaning

paragraph
noun
  1. one of several distinct subdivisions of a text intended to separate ideas; the beginning is usually marked by a new indented line
verb
  1. divide into paragraphs, as of text; "This story is well paragraphed"
  2. write about in a paragraph; "All her friends were paragraphed in last Monday's paper"
  3. write paragraphs; work as a paragrapher

"Paragraph" in song lyrics

See how paragraph is used in real songs:

  • "Tryna' develope the perfect paragraph"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Esoteric — Public Execution
  • "Sen-S-E-I peep the next paragraph"
    Artifacts — The Interview
  • "An hour perhaps a paragraph"
    Art Or Origin (Chino XL & Kaoz) — No Slow Rollin'

Usage tips for "paragraph"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "paragraph" 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 paragraph to find words that pair well.

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