Definitions
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- noun uncountable
Vagueness , the condition of beingvague . - noun countable A
vagueness , a thing which isvague , anexample of vagueness. - noun countable, in the plural An
eggcorn forvagaries .
Etymologies
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vague + -ery, perhaps influenced by vagary. Attested since at least the 1800s.
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edwardvielmetti commented on the word vaguery
"Vaguery is the primary tool of songwriters," Frey said. " 'I've seen fire and I've seen rain.' What the hell does that mean? But it works, it means whatever the listener wants it to mean."
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October 22, 2007