WORD

(BRIEF STATEMENT) [noun] [U] - a brief discussion or statementThe manager wants a word.I was hoping you might put in a good word for (= say positive things about) me with your boss.Could I have a word (with you) about the sales figures?I'd like a quick/brief word (with you) before the meeting.Perhaps you would have a quiet word with Simon (= gently explain to him) about the problem.A word in someone's ear is a piece of secretly given advice or information.I think I'd better have a quick word in Patrick's ear and ask him not to mention it to anyone.In a word (= Briefly and directly), she's lying.