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The meaning of a double entendre in simple terms it is a figure of speech that describes one word with having two distinct and different meanings of their own.

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How do you spell double antondra?

That is "double entendre".


What is the difference between a pun and double-entendre?

Pun : play on words: a humorous use of words that involves a word or phrase that has more than one possible meaning.... Pun is a fun...Double entendreThe Oxford English Dictionary defines a double entendre as especially being used to "convey an indelicate meaning." It may be used to express potentially offensive opinions without the risks of explicitly doing so.A double entendre may exploit puns to convey the second meaning. Double entendres generally rely on multiple meanings of words, or different interpretations of the same primary meaning. They often exploit ambiguity and may be used to introduce it deliberately in a text. Sometimes a homophone (i.e. a different spelling that yields the same pronunciation) can be used as a pun as well as a "double entendre" of the subject.


What is single-entendre?

As defined by the music group Here Come the Mummies: A single entendre means "... just one thing" like "skin boat to tuna town." A phrase that has only one meaning.


What does entendre mean in rnglish?

"Entendre" is a French word that translates to "to understand" in English. In English literature and linguistics, it often refers to a word or phrase that has multiple meanings or interpretations, particularly when the meanings are intended to be humorous or ironic. The term is commonly associated with the phrase "double entendre," which specifically refers to a word or expression that has two interpretations, one of which is usually risqué or suggestive.


What are some examples of double entendre?

Expression given as a reposnse (usually) that has two meanings, one of is more obvious than the other. Usually the obvious meaning is mundane the other may be humourous, sacastic, risque, vulgar, or rude. If subtle the double entendre may go unnoticed by the listener. A innocent example is "Do you think today's kids exhinit ignorance and apathy?" would be "I don't know and I don't care." or "What did the cook say to the sous chef making the chili sauce?" "You can't put too much cayenne into this recipe!"

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What is the french phrase for double meaning?

double entendre - calembour


What does entendre mean?

An entendre means to be used to convey an indelicate meaning. A double entendre, which is most commonly used, exploits puns to convey the second meaning.


Can i have one saying that has a double meaning?

Yes, I believe the French expression for this is double entendre.


What is a song that has more than one meaning?

Pray For Plagues by Bring Me The HorizonThe Term for it is "Double Entendre".


How do you spell double antondra?

That is "double entendre".


What is a double entender?

Double entendre is French for double meaning of a word or a phrase - an apparent, innocuous, meaning and another, normally more mischievous, one. Often used by gossip writers and by politicos.


What is the name for a word with double meanings?

a double-entendre


Which is the term for words having double meanings?

double entendre


What is the difference between a pun and double-entendre?

Pun : play on words: a humorous use of words that involves a word or phrase that has more than one possible meaning.... Pun is a fun...Double entendreThe Oxford English Dictionary defines a double entendre as especially being used to "convey an indelicate meaning." It may be used to express potentially offensive opinions without the risks of explicitly doing so.A double entendre may exploit puns to convey the second meaning. Double entendres generally rely on multiple meanings of words, or different interpretations of the same primary meaning. They often exploit ambiguity and may be used to introduce it deliberately in a text. Sometimes a homophone (i.e. a different spelling that yields the same pronunciation) can be used as a pun as well as a "double entendre" of the subject.


How do you use the term double entendre in a sentence?

You slip on the tux, deliver a double-entendre or two and stand on the sidelines while the stunt crew does the action scenes.


What is a double entendre?

A double entendre ( doo blon tondruh) is a word or phrase that can be taken two ways. One of the ways is usually a sexual reference. A popular double entendre is "That's what she said." For example: A: "I hate this Rubik's cube. IT'S SO HARD!" B: "That's what she said."


What does doble sentido mean?

It is the Spanish expression for double-entendre.