Definition of Tell

  • 1. A Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap) Noun
  • 2. Express in words Verb
  • 3. Let something be known Verb
  • 4. Narrate or give a detailed account of Verb
  • 5. Give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority Verb
  • 6. Discern or comprehend Verb
  • 7. Inform positively and with certainty and confidence Verb
  • 8. Give evidence Verb
  • 9. Mark as different Verb

Morphology of "tell"

  • told

Synonyms for word "tell"

Semanticaly linked words with "tell"