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paragraphic

[ par-uh-graf-ik ]
/ ˌpær əˈgræf ɪk /
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adjective
of, relating to, or forming a paragraph.
divided into paragraphs.
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Also par·a·graph·i·cal [par-uh-graf-i-kuhl] /ˌpær əˈgræf ɪ kəl/ .

Origin of paragraphic

First recorded in 1780–90; paragraph + -ic

OTHER WORDS FROM paragraphic

par·a·graph·i·cal·ly, adverb

Words nearby paragraphic

Paragould, paragrammatism, paragraph, paragrapher, paragraphia, paragraphic, paragraph mark, Paraguay, Paraguayan, Paraguay tea, parahemophilia
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How to use paragraphic in a sentence

  • Devers's story was in every issue, more or less of it, and West Point jealousy was the theme of many a paragraphic fling.

    Under Fire|Charles King

  • Can the mind which continues to be charmed by these paragraphic strainings be really sound?

    Aladdin & Co.|Herbert Quick

  • He dismissed their previous talk with his paragraphic cough.

    Kipps|H. G. Wells

  • Anecdotes (in paragraphic form) relating to any of the singers engaged.

    Journalism for Women|E.A. Bennett
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