n. Function: noun
1 the course of thought that is retained through something spoken or written FF1C; the tenor of the book is first expressed in the introduction FF1E;
Synonyms: drift, purport, substance; compare BODY 3 , MEANING 1 , SUBSTANCE 2
Related Words: intent; inclination, trend; mood, tone; core, gist, meat, stuff
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Synonyms: TENDENCY 1, current, drift, run, trend