chapter and verse
The phrase "chapter and verse" originates from referencing specific passages in the Bible, but it has evolved to denote providing precise details or authoritative references.
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Definition
C1Literature
(technical, academic)A specific reference to a passage in a book, often the Bible, indicating exact location.
Example
- He quoted chapter and verse from the Bible to support his argument.
- She provided chapter and verse to locate the exact quote in the novel.
B2General
(informal)Very detailed and precise information about a topic.
Example
- She gave chapter and verse on the company's financial history.
- He knew the regulations chapter and verse.
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