proverb meaning
EN
[ˈprɒvɜːb] [ˈprɑːvɝːb] 
US WProverb
- A proverb (from Latin: proverbium) is a simple and concrete saying, popularly known and repeated, that expresses a truth based on common sense or the practical experience of humanity. They are often metaphorical.
- Proverbs are often borrowed from similar languages and cultures, and sometimes come down to the present through more than one language.
- NounPLproverbsPREpro-
- A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations.
- A striking or paradoxical assertion; an obscure saying; an enigma; a parable.
- A familiar illustration; a subject of contemptuous reference.
- A drama exemplifying a proverb.
- A phrase expressing a basic truth which may be applied to common situations.
- VerbSGproverbsPRproverbingPT, PPproverbed
- More Examples
- Used in the Middle of Sentence
- 1611, Bible (KJV): Proverbs 21:11, When the scorner is punished, the simple is made wise: and when the wise is instructed, he receiveth knowledge.
- 1611, Bible (KJV): Proverbs 22:8, He that soweth iniquity shall reap vanity: and the rod of his anger shall fail.
- Rather than such Hellenic greatness of soul, Proverbs emphasized humbleheartedness.
- Used in the Middle of Sentence
Definition of proverb in English Dictionary
- Part-of-Speech Hierarchy
- Nouns
- Countable nouns
- Countable nouns
- Verbs
- Nouns
- en proverbs
- en proverbial
- fr proverbial
- fr proverbe
- en proverbed
Source: Wiktionary
Grammatically, this word "proverb" is a noun, more specifically, a countable noun. It's also a verb.