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paragraph
/ˈpær.ə.ɡrɑːf/
[/ˈpær.ə.ɡrɑːf/]
a section of writing
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A paragraph is a group of sentences about one main idea. Good essays are organised into clear paragraphs.
Example
Each paragraph should begin with a topic sentence.
Each paragraph should begin with a topic sentence.
Etymology
From Greek 'paragraphos' meaning a mark beside the text.
How & Where It’s Used
A basic unit of writing taught in composition lessons.