English dictionary
proverbial
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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of or relating to or resembling or expressed in a proverb
ExamplesHe kicked the proverbial bucket.
The proverbial grasshopper.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Mentioned or comprised in a proverb; used as a proverb; hence, commonly known; as, a <i>proverbial</i> expression; his meanness was <i>proverbial</i>.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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widely known and spoken of
ExamplesHer proverbial lateness.
The proverbial absentminded professor.
Your proverbial dizzy blonde.
Source: WordNet 3.0