sous-entendu

Definitions of sous-entendu
  1. noun
    a slight indication
    synonyms: allusion, indice, insinuation, tuyau
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    type of:
    indication
    something that serves to indicate or suggest
  2. noun
    passing reference or indirect mention
    synonyms: allusion
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    type of:
    allusion
    a remark that calls attention to something or someone
  3. noun
    an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
    synonyms: allusion, insinuation
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    type of:
    implication
    an accusation that brings into intimate and usually incriminating connection
  4. noun
    an indication of potential opportunity
    synonyms: allusion, insinuation, tuyau
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