Meaning

• A short written or spoken expression.

• (grammar) A word or group of words that functions as a single unit in the syntax of a sentence, usually consisting of a head, or central word, and elaborating words.

• A small section of music in a larger piece.

• A mode or form of speech; diction; expression.

Meaning

• To express (an action, thought or idea) by means of particular words.

  "I wasn't sure how to phrase my condolences without sounding patronising."

• To perform a passage with the correct phrasing.

• To divide into melodic phrases.