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   State·ment

   /ˈstātmənt/

   

   noun

   • 1. a definite or clear expression of something in speech or writing: "do you agree with this statement?"
   • ▪ an official account of facts, views, or plans, especially one for release to the media: "the officials issued a joint statement calling for negotiations"
   • ▪ a formal account of events given by a witness, defendant, or other party to the police or in a court of law: "she made a statement to the police"
   • ▪ an expression of an attitude or belief that is made by means of actions or appearance: "the hope is that they will fill the stands and terraces to make a statement about the importance of this club"
   • ▪ denoting something, such as a visually striking piece of jewelry, clothing, or interior decoration, that is intended to convey a particular attitude or image: "pure white walls and floors allow her statement furniture to take center stage"
   • ▪ a document setting out items of debit and credit between a bank or other organization and a customer.
   • ▪ the expression of an idea or opinion through something other than words: "their humorous kitschiness makes a statement of serious wealth"
   • ▪ the occurrence of a musical idea or motive within a composition: "a carefully structured musical and dramatic progression from the first statement of this theme"

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   STATEMENT definition: 1. something that someone says or writes officially, or an action done to express an opinion: 2. a…. Learn more.

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   Definitions of statement. noun. the act of affirming or asserting or stating something. synonyms: affirmation, assertion. see more. noun. a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc. “according to his statement he was in London on that day” see more. noun.

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   Definition of statement noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

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   3 days ago · A statement is something that you say or write which gives information in a formal or definite way. Andrew now disowns that statement, saying he was depressed when he made it. 'Things are moving ahead.'–. I found that statement vague and unclear. Synonyms: announcement, declaration, communication, explanation More Synonyms of statement.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishSTATEMENT | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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   something that someone says or writes officially: The prime minister is expected to make a statement later today. Fewer examples. His statement to the police was rambling and incoherent. The Prime Minister is due to make a public statement later today. The statement seems to be at variance with government policy.

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   statement. ( ˈsteɪtmənt) n. 1. the act of stating. 2. something that is stated, esp a formal prepared announcement or reply. 3. (Law) law a declaration of matters of fact, esp in a pleading. 4. (Accounting & Book-keeping) an account containing a summary of bills or invoices and displaying the total amount due. 5.

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   noun. /ˈsteɪtmənt/ [countable] something that you say or write that gives information or an opinion Are the following statements true or false? Your statement is misleading. Is that a statement or a question? The play makes a strong political statement. see fashion statement. Definitions on the go.