Meaning Of The Word Pleonasm

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pleonasm in American English
the use of more words than are necessary for the expression of an idea; redundancy (Ex.: “ plenty enough”)
noun: the use of more words than are necessary to express an idea; redundancy

pleonasm in British English
noun: the use of more words than necessary or an instance of this, such as a tiny little child

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