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Preferred term

Proverbs  

Definition

  • Refers to short, concise sayings repeated colloquially expressing a general truth or observation about human life or behavior, often embodying the folk wisdom of a group or nation. [AAT]

Entry terms

  • Sayings, proverbs

Notation

  • 120489

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URI

http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JLC-PD8X5VWZ-3

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