word

The smallest unit of language that has a particular meaning and can be expressed by itself; the smallest discrete, meaningful unit of language. (contrast morpheme.)

Something like such a unit of language:

The fact or act of speaking, as opposed to taking action. .

Something that someone said; a comment, utterance; speech.

A watchword or rallying cry, a verbal signal (even when consisting of multiple words).

“mum's the word”

A proverb or motto.

News; tidings (used without an article).

“Have you had any word from John yet?”

An order; a request or instruction; an expression of will.

“Don't fire till I give the word”

A promise; an oath or guarantee.

“I give you my word that I will be there on time.”

A brief discussion or conversation.

“Can I have a word with you?”

(in the plural) See words.

“There had been words between him and the secretary about the outcome of the meeting.”

(sometimes Word) Communication from God; the message of the Christian gospel; the Bible, Scripture.

“Her parents had lived in Botswana, spreading the word among the tribespeople.”

(sometimes Word) Logos, Christ.

To say or write (something) using particular words; to phrase (something).

“I’m not sure how to word this letter to the council.”

To flatter with words, to cajole.

To ply or overpower with words.

To conjure with a word.

To speak, to use words; to converse, to discourse.

Truth, indeed, that is the truth! The shortened form of the statement "My word is my bond."

“"Yo, that movie was epic!" / "Word?" ("You speak the truth?") / "Word." ("I speak the truth.")”

(stereotypically) An abbreviated form of word up; a statement of the acknowledgment of fact with a hint of nonchalant approval.

(except in set phrases) To be, become, betide.

“Well worth thee, me friend.”