Definitions from Wiktionary (rebus)

▸ noun:  An arrangement of pictures, symbols, and/or words representing phrases or words, especially as a word puzzle.
▸ noun:  (linguistics) A pictographic component of a compound character (e.g. sinograph) used to hint at the pronunciation of the compound.
▸ noun:  (specifically, heraldry) An arrangement of pictures on a coat of arms which suggests the name of the person to whom it belongs.
▸ noun:  (crosswording) A type of crossword puzzle in which some squares contain entire words, or symbols representing words, instead of single letters.
▸ verb:  To represent (a phrase or word) as a rebus.
▸ verb:  To apply a rebus to (something).






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